Description
Luscious strawberries and cream cheesecake cake blends classic dessert elegance with irresistible berry charm. Silky layers promise indulgence that will sweep sweet enthusiasts into creamy, fruity bliss with each heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) heavy cream, whipped
Topping and Garnish:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- Additional whipped cream
- Additional strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers and blend with melted butter to create a uniform, compact base for the cheesecake.
- Press the cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring an even, smooth surface.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until silky and free of lumps at room temperature.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until the texture becomes creamy and consistent.
- Gently fold whipped heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture, creating a light, airy consistency.
- Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Arrange fresh strawberry slices in a uniform layer across the cream cheese surface, covering the entire area.
- Carefully spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the strawberry layer, sealing the fruit beneath.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for 4-6 hours or overnight, allowing it to set completely and develop rich flavors.
- Before serving, decorate the top with additional fresh whipped cream and whole strawberries for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the most intense flavor and vibrant color in the cheesecake.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Gently fold whipped cream to maintain its airy consistency and prevent deflating the mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 414kcal
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 187mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 101mg