
Party Platter Cheesecake Recipe
8 slices of rich New York-style cheesecake with graham cracker crust. Served with a house-made strawberry puree.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Cheesecake Filling
Strawberry Puree
Method
Make the Crust
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- 3
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until well combined. Add sour cream and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- 4
Add Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Bake the Cheesecake
- 5
Pour and Bake
Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
- 6
Cool Down
Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Prepare the Strawberry Puree
- 7
Blend the Strawberries
In a blender, combine hulled strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- 8
Serve
Serve slices of cheesecake with a drizzle of strawberry puree on top.


