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This rich, velvety cheesecake is topped with fresh strawberry sauce and sits on a buttery graham cracker crust. Every bite is a heavenly blend of creamy and fruity flavors! 🍓✨

🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes

⏳ Cook Time: 1 hour

❄ Chilling Time: 4+ hours

🍽 Servings: 10-12

🔥 Calories per Serving: ~450

🛒 Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 🍪 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 🍚 ¼ cup granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 🧀 3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
• 🍚 1 cup granulated sugar
• 🥚 3 large eggs
• 🥛 ½ cup sour cream
• 🌿 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Strawberry Topping:

• 🍓 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
• 🍚 ½ cup granulated sugar
• 🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 🌽 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Crust

• Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
• Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
• Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.

2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling

• Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
• Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
• Stir in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice.
• Pour over the crust and smooth the top.

3️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake

• Bake for 50-60 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
• Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let it cool for 1 hour.
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

4️⃣ Make the Strawberry Topping

• Heat strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring.
• Mix cornstarch with water and add to the sauce, cooking until thickened.
• Let cool completely.

5️⃣ Assemble & Serve

• Spread strawberry topping over the cheesecake.
• Garnish with fresh strawberries and serve chilled!

🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Ultra-creamy & smooth texture 🍰
✔️ Perfect balance of sweet & tangy flavors
✔️ A showstopper dessert for any occasion!

🔥 Pro Tips

✅ Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest cheesecake!
✅ For a no-bake version, skip baking and chill for at least 6 hours.
✅ Run a knife around the edge before removing the pan to prevent cracks.

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Enjoy this luscious Strawberry Cheesecake – it’s a slice of pure bliss! 🍓🍰💕