🍓🍰 Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake 🍰🍓
A rich, creamy, and luscious cheesecake with a delicious strawberry swirl—perfect for any occasion!
🥧 Ingredients
For the Crust:
• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or shortbread cookie crumbs)
• ½ cup melted butter
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup heavy cream
For the Strawberry Swirl:
• ½ cup strawberry puree (fresh or store-bought)
• 2 tbsp sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan:
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Make the Crust:
• Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
• Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
• Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
3️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese & sugar until smooth.
• Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• Stir in vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream until combined.
4️⃣ Make the Strawberry Swirl:
• Mix strawberry puree & sugar in a small bowl.
5️⃣ Assemble the Cheesecake:
• Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust.
• Spoon small dollops of strawberry puree on top.
• Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the strawberry into the batter.
6️⃣ Bake in a Water Bath:
• Wrap the bottom of the springform pan with foil and place it in a larger baking dish.
• Pour hot water into the dish (about 1 inch deep) to create a water bath.
• Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly.
7️⃣ Cool & Chill:
• Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
8️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
• Slice and enjoy your creamy, dreamy strawberry swirl cheesecake! 🍓🍰✨
🔥 Pro Tips:
✔️ No cracks? Use a water bath and don’t overmix the batter!
✔️ Extra flavor? Add lemon zest to the batter for a tangy twist. 🍋
✔️ Crunchy crust? Use digestive biscuits or Oreos instead!
A show-stopping, bakery-style cheesecake made right at home! 😍✨