INGREDIENTS
Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling:
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1¼ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
Strawberry Topping:
3 cups whole strawberries, hulled
1/2 cup strawberry jam or glaze
1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional: 1 tbsp sugar (if using fresh strawberries only)
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INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make the crust:
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Chill in the freezer for 15–20 minutes while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare the cheesecake filling:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently until smooth and fluffy.
3. Assemble the cheesecake:
Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight for best texture.
4. Make the strawberry topping:
Mix strawberries with jam and lemon juice in a bowl.
If using fresh strawberries and no jam, cook with sugar on medium heat for 5–7 minutes until syrupy, then cool.
5. Top and serve:
Spoon strawberry topping over the chilled cheesecake just before serving.
Garnish with extra strawberries and a drizzle of glaze for that glossy effect.
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