Description
This Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and beautifully marbled with a homemade strawberry swirl. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth cheesecake filling, it’s an elegant dessert that’s perfect for holidays, birthdays, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Strawberry Swirl
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
For the Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberry swirl: Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until softened. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened. Blend until smooth if desired, then cool completely.
- Make the crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sugar, then add eggs one at a time. Blend in sour cream, vanilla, and flour until creamy and smooth.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the filling over the crust. Spoon dollops of the cooled strawberry sauce on top and gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Bake and chill: Bake for 55-65 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and cool for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
Bring all refrigerated ingredients to room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps. Avoid overmixing after adding the eggs, and chill the cheesecake overnight for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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