Today’s recipe is truly a stunner: Strawberry Cheesecake!
Just look at that crown of glossy berries! Isn’t it to die for?
We absolutely devoured this strawberry cheesecake recipe. It’s incredibly creamy, with the sweet fragrance of vanilla and tons of seasonal fruit, all layered over a crunchy Graham cracker crust with just the barest whisper of cinnamon. Heaven!
I love making cheesecakes because they’re so rich and decadent, and they’re pretty easy too! While they do take a while to bake and cool, the active time is only around 25 minutes.
I’ve made all sorts of different cheesecake recipes here, from lemon cheesecake to chocolate cheesecake to red velvet cheesecake, and beyond!
I’ve had tons of practice and I’ve developed a method that is absolutely foolproof. So if you’ve ever had issues with cracking, this is the recipe for you! I have never once had it crack.
Keep reading to learn all about how to make the best ever strawberry cheesecake!
Table of Contents
- What is strawberry cheesecake?
- Why this is the best strawberry cheesecake recipe
- What does strawberry cheesecake taste like?
- Ingredients
- Special equipment
- How to make strawberry cheesecake
- How to serve strawberry cheesecake
- Expert tips
- Frequently asked questions
- A few more of my best cheesecake recipes
Jump to Recipe
What is strawberry cheesecake?
This recipe features a creamy New York-style cheesecake filling infused with vanilla, layered over a crunchy Graham cracker crust and topped with juicy sweet glazed fresh strawberries.
Why this is the best strawberry cheesecake recipe
- Tastes amazing: The combination of flavors is just out of this world!
- Few ingredients: You’ll only need a handful of staples to make it.
- Easy to make: Although it needs time to bake and chill, there’s only about 25 minutes of active time.
- No cracks: My foolproof method ensures flawless results!
What does strawberry cheesecake taste like?
This cheesecake is creamy as can be with a hint of sweet vanilla. The strawberries are bursting with summery flavor and there’s just the barest whisper of cinnamon in the buttery, crunchy crust.
Ingredients
Graham cracker crust: My Graham cracker crust recipe has Graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and melted butter. You can read all about it here: Graham Cracker Crust. Use gluten-free Graham cracker crumbs if you have an intolerance. If you aren’t able to find Graham cracker crumbs, substitute with the same amount of Lotus Biscoff Cookies.
Cream cheese: You’ll need 3 bricks of cream cheese. They should be softened to room temperature.
Sugar: Regular granulated white sugar is fine, or any other sweetener that can sub 1:1.
Cornstarch: Cornstarch is an odorless and flavorless white powder that will strengthen the cheesecake and help it to firm up as it bakes.
Eggs: Large chicken eggs or a plant-based substitute. You’ll need 4 whole eggs plus 1 additional yolk. Save the white for making Swiss meringue buttercream!
Cream: Heavy cream gives this strawberry cheesecake the most incredible velvety texture.
Vanilla: Vanilla extract lends a sweet perfume that compliments the strawberries.
Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are the star of the show! Keep them whole but trim off the stem and leaves.
Jam: Strawberry jam glazes the berries and gives them the most gorgeous shine! You could also use raspberry jam, red currant jam, or apricot jam.
Special equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons: Follow my guide on how to measure.
- Bowl: One bowl for making the crust and another for the filling.
- Silicone spatula: For stirring, scraping, and getting every last bit out of the bowl.
- Pans: You’ll need an 8-inch by 3-inch round cake pan, as well as a larger pan for the water bath.
- Mixer: Either a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or a handheld electric mixer.
- Pastry brush: For applying the glaze to the strawberries.
How to make strawberry cheesecake
This easy recipe comes together in 4 simple steps.
Step 1: Make the Graham cracker crust
Start by placing Graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
