Dreamy Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

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A creamy, velvety cheesecake with a luscious strawberry swirl—perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a showstopping dessert!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake is a dreamy combination of rich, tangy cream cheese filling and sweet-tart strawberry sauce, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s smooth, decadent, and stunning—yet surprisingly easy to make!

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120g) sour cream
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Swirl

  • 1 cup (150g) fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.

2. Make the Strawberry Swirl

  1. In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  3. Blend until smooth (optional for a finer texture), then cool.

3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
  3. Stir in sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla.

4. Assemble & Swirl

  1. Pour filling over the crust.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of strawberry sauce on top.
  3. Use a toothpick to swirl gently (don’t overmix!).

5. Bake & Chill

  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
  2. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool inside for 1 hour.
  3. Chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight).

6. Serve & Enjoy!

  • Garnish with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, or extra swirls of sauce.

💡 Pro Tips

✔ Room-temperature ingredients prevent lumps.
✔ Don’t overbake—the center will firm up while chilling.
✔ For clean slices, dip a knife in hot water before cutting.

🌟 Why This Cheesecake Shines

  • Creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture
  • Vibrant strawberry swirls
  • Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or brunch

Variation: Swap strawberries for raspberries or blueberries!

Warning: It’s so good, you might need to make two! 😉

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