Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream and strawberry puree.
- Pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Top with fresh strawberries before serving.
- Use a water bath for a smoother texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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