Dessert Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
- 3
Form the Crust
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake the Crust
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Beat the Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
- 6
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully combined.
- 7
Incorporate Sour Cream
Add the sour cream to the mixture and beat until smooth.
- 8
Add Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated.
Baking and Topping Preparation
- 9
Pour the Filling
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- 10
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
- 11
Cool the Cheesecake
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- 12
Prepare the Topping
In a mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Stir and let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
- 13
Serve
Slice the cheesecake, top with the strawberry mixture, and serve chilled.