Description
A delightful dessert recipe that combines the rich flavors of cheesecake with the sweetness of strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust.
- Mix the strawberry puree with powdered sugar and swirl it into the remaining batter.
- Pour the strawberry batter over the plain cheesecake layer and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add more strawberry puree.
- Serve with fresh strawberries on top for garnish.
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Strawberries Cream Cheesecake Swirled