This Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe combines creamy cheesecake with a luscious strawberry sauce for a delightful dessert that is sure to impress.

Scale

1 ½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries

hulled

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

⅓ cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsalted butter

melted

24 ounces (3 blocks) cream cheese

softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup sour cream

¼ cup heavy cream

In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cook over medium heat until strawberries soften.
Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter to form the crust. Press into a springform pan.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
Stir in vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until well combined.
Pour half of the cheesecake filling into the crust, then drop spoonfuls of the strawberry sauce on top. Swirl with a knife and pour remaining filling on top.
Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 30-35 minutes until set. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

For best flavor, use fresh strawberries when in season. Ensure cheesecake is completely cooled before refrigerating to avoid cracks.

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