A rich and creamy strawberry cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and fresh strawberry topping — perfect for any special occasion or dessert craving.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:50–60 mins (+1 hr cooling)
Total Time:6 hrs 20 mins (including chill)
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert / Cheesecake
Method:Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1⅓ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 9 sheets)
3 tbsp granulated sugar
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
3 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 tbsp strawberry jam (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a bowl, combine graham crumbs, 3 Tbsp sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake 10 minutes, then cool slightly.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Blend in vanilla extract.
Mix in sour cream and flour until just combined; scrape sides as needed.
Pour filling into the crust. Tap pan gently to remove air bubbles.
Bake 50–60 minutes until edges are set but center still slightly jiggly.
Turn off oven; crack oven door and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
Chill in fridge 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
Before serving, arrange sliced strawberries on top. Warm jam and brush over strawberries for a glossy finish.
Release cheesecake from springform pan and slice using a hot, clean knife for clean cuts.
Notes
Bring all ingredients to room temperature to avoid lumps.
Use a water bath (wrap pan bottom in foil, place in larger pan with hot water) to prevent cracking.
Run a warm knife around the edge after baking to ease release.
Substitute ricotta for half the cream cheese for a lighter texture.
Store leftovers in fridge up to 5 days; freeze slices individually for longer storage.