Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree
- extra strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Add in sour cream, lemon juice, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Before serving, drizzle the strawberry puree on top and garnish with additional strawberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30