Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl
This Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with vibrant strawberry flavor, creating a visually stunning dessert.
Ingredients
Crust ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Cheesecake filling
- 8 oz cream cheese Use room temperature for smooth mixing
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Strawberry swirl
- 1 cup strawberries, pureed Fresh or thawed from frozen, drained
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam Use high-quality for best flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in sour cream.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust.
Baking
- Swirl in strawberry puree and jam on top, then add the remaining cheesecake batter.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze slices individually.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g