Dessert Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Preparing the Crust
- 1
Combine Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the mixture.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Remove and let it cool.
Making the Filling
- 3
Mix Cream Cheese
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
- 4
Add Remaining Ingredients
Mix in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Finally, mix in the sour cream until smooth.
Baking the Dessert
- 5
Combine Crust and Filling
Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
- 6
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for about an hour.
- 7
Chill the Cheesecake
Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Preparing the Topping
- 8
Prepare Strawberries
In a bowl, combine the fresh strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the strawberries in the sugar and lemon juice mixture.
- 9
Serve the Dessert
Once the cheesecake is chilled, top with the strawberry mixture before serving.