Sour Cream Cheesecake Recipe

Preparation and Assembly

1. 1

   Prepare the Crust

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.

2. 2

   Make the Cheesecake Filling

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.

3. 3

   Bake the Cheesecake

   Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.

4. 4

   Chill the Cheesecake

   After the cheesecake has cooled, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

5. 5

   Prepare Balsamic Strawberries

   While the cheesecake is chilling, prepare the balsamic strawberries. In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with balsamic vinegar and a tablespoon of sugar. Let sit for at least 30 minutes to macerate.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the cheesecake is chilled, remove it from the springform pan and slice it. Serve with balsamic strawberries on top.