Easy Strawberry Cheesecake

Alright, let’s dive into the messiness that is life (and baking) with this glorious creation we call Easy Strawberry Cheesecake. Imagine: a rich, creamy cheesecake topped with juicy strawberries, nestled perfectly on a crumbly crust. It’s the kind of comfort dessert that screams easy indulgence — no fancy skills required. Just enough imperfection to prove you made it yourself, with love.

Now let me tell y’all, this cheesecake is THE thing at my house. My husband can’t resist it, and trust me, it makes him do the dishes without me even asking — a total win! The kids? Well, they’re convinced it’s some magic cake because it disappears overnight. This recipe has sneaked its way into all our celebrations, birthdays, and even those days when nothing but a slice (or the whole thing) can solve all problems.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Strawberry Cheesecake

– It’s essentially happiness with a fresh strawberry crown.
– No need to channel your inner pastry chef — it’s forgiving and even welcomes those little goofs.
– Slice it, dice it, or devour it straight from the pan. I’m not judging.
– Also, and this is important… your house is going to smell like a sweet dream.

How to Make It

Alright, so imagine we’re chatting while I’m licking batter off a spoon. Here’s the deal: you start by smashing up some graham crackers into smithereens. (Fine, a food processor works, but I love stress-busting with a rolling pin!) Mix that crumbly goodness with melted butter until it feels like damp sand — perfect. Then, spread it into your pan and press down like it owes you money.

Pop that in the oven while you whip up the cheesecake filling. You want cream cheese smoother than a lullaby, sugar, and a splash of vanilla, all mingling like best friends at a reunion. Toss in some eggs, but don’t overdo it — it just needs a gentle swirl.

Once your filling is in, hello oven again! Watch it closely like it’s your favorite rom-com — you don’t want browning, just a little jiggle in the middle.

Finally, grab all those strawberries begging for attention. Pile them on top, maybe with a splash of preserves if you’re feeling extra. Ta-da! You’ve done it!

Ingredient Notes

– **Cream Cheese**: The key to a velvety cheesecake — let it hang out at room temp for a while or you’ll have a lumpy disaster.
– **Graham Crackers**: Crushing these can be therapeutic, I promise. Not in the mood? Substitute with cookie crumbs, I won’t tell.
– **Strawberries**: Fresh for best results, but I’ve raided the freezer for berries in dire times. Just thaw ‘em first or you’ll get a watery mess.

Recipe Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Crush graham crackers, mix with melted butter, and press into the pan.
2. Bake crust for 10 minutes, cool it on a wire rack.
3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed.
5. Pour filling over the crust, bake until set with a gentle jiggle (around 50-60 mins).
6. Cool on a counter, then chill for a few hours.
7. Top with strawberries and a bit of preserves if desired. Serve and enjoy!

What to Serve It With

– How about some freshly whipped cream, or maybe a little drizzle of chocolate if you’re feeling rebellious?

Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t overbeat the eggs! Bad things (like cracking) happen.
– You can fix a cracked top with strawberries, no one will know!

Storage Tips

Stick whatever’s left (if you’ve got that kind of willpower) in the fridge. It’s a morning-after treat when the kids are distracted, not that I know anything about that. Cold cheesecake for breakfast? Heck yes!

Variations and Substitutions

Switch up the crust with some yada yada Oreo crumbs if that’s your jam. Missing the berries? Throw on whatever fruit you have lying around — even kiwis, if you’re that adventurous. I’ve also swapped in a bit of maple syrup for sugar when I ran out.

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Easy Strawberry Cheesecake

This easy strawberry cheesecake features a creamy, smooth filling and a buttery graham cracker crust topped with fresh strawberries.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• ▢ 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• ▢ 24 oz cream cheese, softened
• ▢ 1 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 3 large eggs
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
• Combine graham cracker crumbs, 0.25 cups sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
• Bake crust for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
• Beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar together until smooth and creamy.
• Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
• Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
• Bake cheesecake for 40 minutes or until center is almost set.
• Cool cheesecake to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
• Top with fresh sliced strawberries before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and chill overnight.