Irresistible Valentine’s Day Cheesecake for 2 in 20 Minutes
A rich and creamy cheesecake perfect for Valentine’s Day date night, featuring a smooth texture and delightful sweetness.
- 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
- 24 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam (for topping)
- Fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla, eggs one at a time, sour cream, and heavy cream. Mix well.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with strawberry jam and fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoother texture.
- Let the cheesecake cool gradually to prevent cracking.
- Chill thoroughly before slicing for clean cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 135mg