Fruitylicious Strawberry Cheesecake

Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries with a buttery graham cracker crust. This fruitylicious dessert is a perfect harmony of tangy and sweet flavors that will leave you craving for more.
ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- 2.
In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- 3.
In a blender, puree half of the sliced strawberries until smooth. Set aside.
- 4.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- 5.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- 6.
Gradually mix in the flour until just combined, then stir in the sour cream and strawberry puree.
- 7.
Gently fold in the remaining sliced strawberries.
- 8.
Pour the cheesecake batter into the springform pan with the prepared crust.
- 9.
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly wobbly.
- 10.
Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- 11.
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- 12.
Once chilled, remove the springform pan and garnish with whipped cream, fresh strawberry slices, and mint leaves.
- 13.
Slice and serve this fruitylicious strawberry cheesecake to impress your guests.