Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Bliss: The Best Homemade Delight
This Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Bliss combines the best of both worlds with its rich cheesecake layers and fresh strawberry topping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until fully combined.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes.
- Allow to cool then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top the cheesecake with sliced strawberries and whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the cheesecake mixture.
- Optional: Drizzle chocolate sauce over the top for an added treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg