Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake Delight

A luscious Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake Delight combines a buttery biscuit crust, silky cream cheese filling, and a glossy strawberry topping loaded with fresh berries. This elegant dessert is perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a refreshing homemade treat.

🥣 Ingredients

For the Crust

2 cups (200 g) graham cracker crumbs
½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped
2 large eggs
¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream

For the Strawberry Topping

2½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp lemon juice

Garnish

Whole fresh strawberries
Fresh mint leaves (optional)

👨‍🍳 Directions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until fully incorporated.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the sour cream.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mixture until smooth.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still has a slight wobble.
Turn off the oven, leave the door slightly open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
For the topping, combine sugar, water, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
Fold in the sliced strawberries and allow the mixture to cool completely.
Spread the strawberry topping over the chilled cheesecake.
Garnish with whole strawberries and mint leaves before serving.

⏱️ Prep Time

30 minutes

🍳 Cook Time

1 hour

⏰ Total Time

7 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)

🔥 Calories

Approximately 430 calories per slice

🍴 Servings

12 slices

💡 Chef’s Tip

For the smoothest cheesecake, make sure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Chilling the cheesecake overnight gives it the best texture and allows the strawberry topping to set beautifully, making each slice clean and picture-perfect.