Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe With Ready Made Crust
If you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert to make for your next gathering, you can't go wrong with a strawberry cheesecake. This dessert is loved by many and is perfect for any occasion. While making a cheesecake from scratch can be time-consuming, using a ready-made crust can significantly cut down on preparation time. In this article, we will show you how to make a scrumptious strawberry cheesecake recipe with a ready-made crust that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ready-made graham cracker crust
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/3 cup of melted butter
For the filling:
- 24 oz. of cream cheese
- 1 cup of sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 pint of fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the crust ingredients and mix well. Press the mixture evenly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the filling.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
5. Gradually add the sugar, beating until it is well combined.
6. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix well.
8. Fold in the sliced strawberries.
9. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
10. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
11. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes.
12. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edges to loosen it from the pan.
13. Let it cool completely before refrigerating it. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Tips
1. To prevent cracks in your cheesecake, make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature before mixing them together.
2. Do not overmix the batter as this can cause the cheesecake to crack.
3. Let the cheesecake cool gradually to avoid cracks. Do not cool it too quickly or put it in the fridge immediately after taking it out of the oven.
4. You can substitute the graham cracker crust with any other crust of your choice.
Conclusion
With this recipe, you can make a delicious strawberry cheesecake with a ready-made crust in no time. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. Just follow the instructions carefully, and you will have a perfect cheesecake every time. Enjoy!
