Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 32 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 lb strawberries, washed, stems cut off (optional)
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1/4 cup water (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla for the crust; press into the pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and mix well.
- Incorporate eggs one by one, then add sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla.
- Gently mix in cornstarch and pour the filling into the crust.
- Place the springform pan in a roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides.
- Bake for 85-90 minutes, then cool inside the oven for 10 minutes.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- For the optional strawberry topping, cook strawberries, water, lemon juice, and sugar until thickened, then serve on top.
Last Step:
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Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Do not skip the water bath; it prevents cracks and helps maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg