Description
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake is a delectable dessert that harmonizes creamy cheesecake with vibrant strawberry swirls, creating an irresistible treat for any occasion. With its smooth texture and sweet-tart flavor, each slice offers a heavenly experience, making it a perfect centerpiece for summer picnics, birthdays, or cozy family gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook sliced strawberries with sugar for about 5-7 minutes until soft; blend if desired.
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the crust, drizzle some strawberry sauce on top, and gently swirl. Repeat with remaining filling and sauce.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is slightly wobbly. Let cool in the oven with the door ajar for an hour before transferring to the fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg