Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe (2024)

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My Strawberry Cheesecake recipe is the creamiest most delicious cheesecake you will ever have! Made with simple homemade strawberry sauce, this is a smooth and creamy baked cheesecake recipe you will love and make over and over again. No water bath is required to make this cheesecake, and it is out of the oven in 1 hour.

Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

My family loves this homemade strawberry cheesecake recipe and asks for it all the time. It’s the perfect dessert!

Even if you’re a beginner (I am not a baker by any means) at making homemade cheesecake from scratch, I guarantee you will be able to make this strawberry cheesecake, and that it will be stress-free and turn out beautifully!

Always my base for cheesecake I did this recipe recently with an Oreo crust and my dad and bf ate it up in a day. I always forget to leave a review. Amazing recipe. My bf is a cheesecake lover and said don’t ever buy me any store bought cheesecake again.

Tyara

Strawberry Cheesecake Ingredients

• graham crackers, crushed
• cinnamon
• ground ginger
• unsalted butter melted
• cream cheese
• sugar
• vanilla extract
• eggs, room temp
• egg yolk, room temp
• sour cream,room temp
• lemonjuice and zest
• pinchof salt
• strawberry sauce

Top it all off with Homemade Whipped Cream!

How to make a Strawberry Cheesecake

Graham Cracker Crust

1. Crush graham crackers in a food processor until they are a fine crumb.Add the cinnamon and ginger and combine.
2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and press into the bottom and sides of a springform pan.
3. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside while you make the filling.

You can follow my step-by-step instructions on how to make a graham cracker crust.

Strawberry Cheesecake Filling

1. Using a mixer, beat thecream cheeseon low-med speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
2. Add thesugarandvanillaand beat well.
3. Mix in theeggs.
4. Add thesour cream,salt,lemon juice, andzest,and beat well. The mixture should now be completely smooth and glossy and ready to pour into the graham cracker crust.

Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Sauce

What brings this strawberry swirl cheesecake recipe together is our strawberry sauce recipe. It is so fresh and delicious!

1. Add frozen strawberriesto a saucepan with the sugar, water, and cornstarch.
2. The strawberries will begin to thaw and reduce into a thick sauce.
3. Puree with an emulsion blender or add to a blender and blend until smooth.

Delicious (first piece)! Second piece – tasted even better leaving it in the fridge overnight.

@tiffcrespo

Strawberry Cheesecake Recipes Tips

• Always bring all your ingredients to room temperature. This is the key to a silky smooth cheesecake.
• Don’t overmix. This is hard because I think the more mixing, the better. This is not true when it comes to cheesecake. You just want to mix everything until it is well-blended. If you overmix, you will risk it being too liquidy.
• You always want to make sure your cheesecake is completely cool before taking it out of the pan. It is essential to give it lots of time to cool after baking.

Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake FAQs

How to Transfer a Cheesecake

Springform pans are designed to easily remove the cheesecake from the pan. However, if your cheesecake is sticking to the inside or if you just want to be extra careful, you can use a knife to remove it more easily.

1. Heat a sharp knife under hot water.
2. Gently run the knife along the inside edge of the pan.
3. Use the knife to release any sides sticking to the pan carefully.
4. Unlatch and remove the sides of the pan.

To Store a Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

1. Cool to Room Temperature: After baking your cheesecake, allow it to cool to room temperature in the pan. This usually takes about an hour.
2. Refrigerate: Once the cheesecake has cooled, cover the pan with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, making sure it’s airtight. Place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or, ideally, overnight. This helps the cheesecake set and develop its flavor.
3. Remove from the Pan: When you’re ready to serve or freeze the cheesecake, carefully remove it from the pan. You can use a springform pan for easy removal.

To Freeze a Cheesecake

1. Flash Freeze: Cut the cheesecake into individual slices or leave it whole if you prefer. Place the cheesecake slices or the whole cheesecake on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Pre-Freeze: Put the baking sheet in the freezer and allow the cheesecake to pre-freeze for about 1-2 hours. This helps prevent sticking and keeps the cheesecake’s shape during long-term freezing.
3. Wrap Tightly: After pre-freezing, wrap each slice or the whole cheesecake tightly with plastic wrap. You can also double-wrap it with aluminum foil or place it in an airtight container if you have one that fits.
4. Label and Date: Don’t forget to label the cheesecake with the date of freezing so you can keep track of its freshness.
5. Freeze: Place the wrapped cheesecake slices or whole cheesecake in the freezer. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

To Thaw and Serve a Frozen Cheesecake

1. Thaw in the Refrigerator: When you’re ready to enjoy the cheesecake, transfer the wrapped slices or the whole cheesecake to the refrigerator. Allow it to thaw slowly for 6-8 hours, or overnight. Thawing in the refrigerator helps maintain the texture and flavor.
2. Serve: Once fully thawed, serve the cheesecake chilled, just like you would if it had never been frozen.

By following these simple steps, you can easily store and freeze your cheesecake, ensuring it stays fresh and delicious for an extended period.

How to Cut a Slice of Cheesecake

• Make sure your cheesecake is freshly cold out of the refrigerator.
• Wipe your knife clean between slices, preferably with hot water.
• Cut down the middle, then turn and cut again, to cut into fourths. Cut down each fourth cut into 8 slices.

My first time baking a cheesecake. It turn out great – light and creamy!

@jordanmariedelory

Baked vs. No Baked Cheesecake

Every cheesecake lover asks themselves this question every time they make a cheesecake. Although similar, they have completely different textures and eating experiences.

When making a baked cheesecake, you mix the cream cheese, egg, and other ingredients without allowing much air in the mixture.

In the no-bake version, you whip the cream cheese and other ingredients and then fold in the whipped cream at the end. This makes for a light and fluffy dessert.

My new method for a no-bake version is using the Instant Pot: Instant Pot Cheesecake! This method creates a super moist and decadent dessert. It is a must-try! You can make my strawberry swirl cheesecake in the Instant Pot by following the same instructions.

Strawberry Desserts

• Strawberry Shortcake
• Fresas con Crema
• Strawberry Ice Cream Cake
• Strawberry Crepes
• Strawberry Dump Cake

My Biscoff Cheesecake is also a must-try!

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