Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberry Topping boasts an irresistible flavor and simple preparation. Made with cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and a buttery crust, it’s the perfect homemade dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sleeves graham crackers crushed
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups sour cream
- 3 tablespoons flour
- ½ cup strawberry jam or preserves for filling
- ½ cup strawberry jam or preserves for topping
- 1 cup diced strawberries
- 1 cup halved strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter until resembling wet sand, then press into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan.
- In a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Scrape down the bowl frequently, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the lemon juice, vanilla, and sour cream until combined. Add flour, mixing again, then incorporate the strawberry jam until evenly blended.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth it out. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.
- In a small saucepan, combine diced strawberries and strawberry jam over medium-low heat. Stir for about 10 minutes until strawberries break down and the sauce thickens. Add halved strawberries and heat for 2-3 minutes without breaking them down.
- Pour the cooled strawberry topping over the cheesecake and spread evenly. Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating to enhance its texture.
For best results, prepare the cheesecake a day in advance to allow flavors to meld.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the topping by adding more or less strawberry jam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg