Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the cheesecake filling:
- 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, cold
For the strawberry topping:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the crust
Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
2. Press into the pan
Line the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan with parchment paper. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom.
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
3. Make the cheesecake filling
Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until completely smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla and lemon juice and mix again.
4. Whip the cream
In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
5. Combine
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy. Avoid overmixing so the filling stays light.
6. Fill the crust
Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the chilled crust. Spread the top evenly with a spatula.
7. Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, until the cheesecake is firm.
🍓 Make the Strawberry Topping
8. Cook the strawberries
Add the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Thicken the sauce
Mix the cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir it into the strawberry mixture and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until thickened.
10. Cool completely
Allow the strawberry topping to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
11. Top the cheesecake
Once the cheesecake is completely set, spread the cooled strawberry topping evenly over the surface.
12. Serve
Carefully remove the springform ring, slice with a sharp knife, and serve chilled. 🍓😍
⭐ Tip
For clean, bakery-style slices, dip your knife in hot water, wipe it dry, and slice. Repeat between cuts.
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