Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake, a perfect dessert that harmoniously combines creamy cheesecake with the refreshing sweetness of fresh strawberries. This stunning treat features a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and juicy strawberry layers that make it an instant favorite for gatherings or cozy weeknights. Easy to prepare and perfect for making ahead, this cheesecake will impress both family and friends while bringing cheerful vibes to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and divided
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into a springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Fold half of the chopped strawberries into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust. Layer whole strawberries on top, then pour remaining cheesecake mixture over.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Slice and serve topped with extra strawberries if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg