09/16/2024
🍓 Elegant Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake 🎂
Indulge in this delightful Elegant Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake, a creamy and fruity dessert perfect for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust, luscious cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberries, this treat is sure to impress!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
3/4 cup sugar, divided
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup diced strawberries
1 cup whipped cream
6 large strawberries, halved
1/4 cup crumbled shortbread cookies
Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2️⃣ In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
3️⃣ In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until combined.
4️⃣ Gently fold in diced strawberries. Pour the mixture over the crust in the pan.
5️⃣ Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
6️⃣ Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
7️⃣ Before serving, spread whipped cream over the top of the cheesecake. Arrange halved strawberries on top and sprinkle with crumbled shortbread cookies.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
Calories: 350 kcal per serving
Servings: 12 servings