Description
A luxurious and refreshing dessert featuring a graham cracker crust, silky cream cheese filling, and a vibrant strawberry glaze for a stunning, flavorful presentation. Perfect for special occasions or indulgent treats.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup strawberry jam
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a springform pan.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of the pan to form a crust.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the center is slightly set but still jiggly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open.
Heat strawberry jam with lemon juice until smooth in a saucepan.
Arrange fresh strawberries over the cooled cheesecake and pour the glaze on top.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Use a water bath to prevent cracks during baking.
Avoid overmixing the batter after adding eggs for a light texture.
Cool the cheesecake gradually in the oven to prevent sinking.
Simmer glaze a bit longer for a thicker consistency.
Use reduced-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Replace graham cracker crust with almond flour for a gluten-free option.
Swap strawberry jam with other fruit preserves for different flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Featured
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg