Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 tsp. ground ginger (optional); 1 c. plus 6 Tbsp. sugar; 4 Tbsp. butter, melted; 2 lb. cream cheese at room temperature; 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest; 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract; 4 eggs at room temperature; 1 pt. sour cream at room temperature; 1/2 c. strawberry jelly; 1 tsp. arrowroot; 2 pt. fresh strawberries

Servings: persons

1 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 tsp. ground ginger (optional)
1 c. plus 6 Tbsp. sugar
4 Tbsp. butter, melted
2 lb. cream cheese at room temperature
1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
4 eggs at room temperature
1 pt. sour cream at room temperature
1/2 c. strawberry jelly
1 tsp. arrowroot
2 pt. fresh strawberries

1
Preheat oven to 300u00b0.
2
Butter a 10 x 2 1/2-inch spring-form pan.
3
Mix together cracker crumbs, ginger and 1/4 cup sugar.
4
Stir in melted butter. Transfer to spring-form pan, press down. Refrigerate crust 30 minutes.
5
Combine cream cheese, lemon zest, vanilla and remaining 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar.
6
Beat at low speed until creamy and smooth.
7
Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until thoroughly blended.
8
Stir in sour cream.
9
Pour batter into crust in pan and place on a cookie sheet.
10
Bake in middle of oven 1 1/4 hours.
11
Turn oven off and prop door open a few inches. Let cake rest in oven for 1 hour.
12
Transfer to rack and let cool to room temperature.
13
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

1431

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 tsp. ground ginger (optional), 1 c. plus 6 Tbsp. sugar, 4 Tbsp. butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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