Strawberry Cheesecake

Here’s a simple and delicious Strawberry Cheesecake recipe—perfectly creamy with a fresh strawberry topping 🍓🧀

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🍰 Strawberry Cheesecake

Ingredients (Serves 8)

Crust

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

• ⅓ cup sugar

• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup sugar

• 2 eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup sour cream (optional for extra creaminess)

Strawberry Topping

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

• ¼ cup sugar

• 1 tsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C)

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter

3. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan

4. Bake 10 minutes, then let cool

2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth

2. Add sugar, then eggs one at a time

3. Stir in vanilla and sour cream

4. Pour over the cooled crust

3️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake

• Bake 45–55 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly

• Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside for 30 minutes to prevent cracks

• Cool completely, then refrigerate 4 hours or overnight

4️⃣ Make Strawberry Topping

1. Mix sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice

2. Let sit 10–15 minutes to release juices

3. Spoon over chilled cheesecake before serving

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Tips for Perfection

• Room-temperature cream cheese = smoother filling

• Run a knife around the edge after baking to prevent sticking

• Can use strawberry jam instead of fresh berries for a glossy top

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If you want, I can also give a no-bake strawberry cheesecake that’s ready in 10 minutes and just as creamy 🍓✨