Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this mouthwatering Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe. Combining a velvety cream cheese filling with a refreshing homemade strawberry compote, this cheesecake is perfect for any occasion—be it summer gatherings, birthdays, or just a sweet treat after dinner. Its creamy texture and delightful flavor will impress your guests and make it the star of your dessert table. Easy to prepare, this recipe ensures that even beginners can create a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to be loved by all. Treat yourself and your loved ones to each luscious slice topped with vibrant strawberries that burst with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 190g graham crackers
- 35g sugar
- 75g melted unsalted butter
- 32 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 325g granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 4 large eggs
- 120g heavy cream
- 240g sour cream
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Juice of 2 lemons (1 tbsp for filling and juice of half for compote)
- 1 lb strawberries
- 55g sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl; press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden, then let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth in a mixing bowl. Gradually add granulated sugar and salt, mixing well. Add vanilla essence and mix again.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by heavy cream, sour cream, cornstarch, and lemon juice until fully combined.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for about 60-75 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center. Let cool gradually.
- For the compote: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped strawberries with sugar until juices release; stir in cornstarch mixed with lemon juice until thickened.
- Once cooled completely, top cheesecake with strawberry compote and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg