Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the granulated sugar until creamy and smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best results.
- Before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake with powdered sugar and add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. You can use digestive biscuit crumbs or crushed cookies instead of graham cracker crumbs. This recipe can be customized with different fruits like blueberries or raspberries. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
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