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Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake

This layered confection features a buttery shortbread crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a vibrant strawberry topping that sings of summer, bringing together the richness of cheesecake with the light, refreshing taste of strawberries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups crushed shortbread cookies
  • 0.25 cups melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for smoother mixing.
  • 0.5 cups sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 pcs eggs Add one at a time.
  • 1 cups sour cream
  • 0.25 cups heavy cream
For the Strawberry Topping
  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. Combine 1.5 cups of crushed shortbread cookies with 0.25 cups of melted butter in a bowl. Stir until evenly coated, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  2. Refrigerate the crust while preparing the filling.
Prepare the Filling
  1. Beat 16 oz of softened cream cheese, 0.5 cups sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Add 2 eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of sour cream and 0.25 cups of heavy cream until thick and creamy.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Pour the filling over the chilled crust in the springform pan.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  3. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Topping
  1. Mix 1.5 cups of sliced strawberries, 2 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 30 minutes.
Top the Cheesecake
  1. Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and spoon the strawberry topping over it just before serving.

Notes

For a creamier cheesecake, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Consider adding a tsp of almond extract for deeper flavor. Garnish with whipped cream or powdered sugar before serving.