Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake is the quintessential summer dessert, seamlessly blending creamy cheesecake with the vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries and zesty lemon. This delightful treat features a buttery graham cracker crust that harmonizes beautifully with the rich filling. With each bite, you’ll experience a refreshing balance of sweetness and tartness, making it perfect for summer picnics, birthday celebrations, or simply indulging at home on a sunny afternoon. Crowned with luscious strawberry puree and fresh berries, this cheesecake not only delivers an incredible flavor but also presents beautifully on any dessert table. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing treat that captures the essence of summer in every slice.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into a springform pan to form the crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream and lemon juice until well combined.
- Puree fresh strawberries and swirl half into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven with door ajar for an hour; refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Top with remaining strawberry puree and fresh slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg