Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake that combines the richness of cream cheese with a burst of fruity strawberry flavor. A perfect dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Strawberry Swirl:
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for puree)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla. Beat in eggs, sour cream, and flour.
- Create the Swirl: Cook strawberry puree, sugar, and lemon juice. Pour cheesecake batter into crust, add strawberry sauce, swirl with a knife.
- Bake and Chill: Bake for 55–65 minutes. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- Room temperature ingredients yield a smoother cheesecake.
- Consider using a water bath to prevent cracks.
- Fresh or frozen strawberries work for the puree.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
