Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake: The Indulgent Summer Treat
This delicious Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake combines the flavors of traditional strawberry shortcake with the creamy texture of cheesecake, making it the perfect dessert for summer gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and spread it over the cheesecake.
- Top with sliced strawberries and drizzle with strawberry jam.
Notes
- For an extra touch, garnish with mint leaves.
- This cheesecake can also be made a day in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake, Summer Dessert, Cheesecake Recipe