Description
Savor the delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and sweet-tangy strawberry swirls in this irresistible dessert. Perfect for any occasion, from picnics to celebrations, this Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake promises to impress with its vibrant presentation and luscious flavor. Easy to make, it’s a sure crowd-pleaser that brings joy with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, then blend in sour cream and vanilla until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed until just combined.
- Puree fresh strawberries in a blender; reserve some for drizzling later.
- Layer half of the cheesecake filling over the crust, add dollops of strawberry puree, swirl gently, then pour in the remaining filling and repeat with more puree.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let it cool gradually inside for one hour. Refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg