classic-strawberry-cheesecake
A rich and creamy classic strawberry cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and a glossy strawberry glaze.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 3
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- 4
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
- 6
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition until just combined.
- 7
Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 9
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for another hour to cool gradually.
- 10
Remove cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 11
Before serving, top with fresh strawberries and drizzle strawberry glaze over the top.