Luscious Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake in 4 Easy Steps
A delightful strawberry shortcake cheesecake that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the fresh sweetness of strawberries. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-55 minutes until set.
- Let the cheesecake cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with sliced strawberries, strawberry jam, and whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother filling.
- Chill the cheesecake thoroughly before adding toppings.
- For a firmer crust, bake it for an extra 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg