STRAWBERRY TOPPED CHEESECAKE

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Juicy whole strawberries top off this impressive dessert.-L. C. Herschap, Luling, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 cup ground pecans
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
STRAWBERRY GLAZE:
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 jar (12 ounces) strawberry jelly
Red food coloring, optional
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 quart whole fresh strawberries, hulled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the pecans and cracker crumbs; stir in the butter. Press onto the bottom of a 10-in. springform pan. Set aside., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar, lemon juice and vanilla; beat well. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Spoon over crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until the center is almost set. Remove from the oven and let stand 15 minutes (leave oven on). For topping, combine all the ingredients; spoon around edge of cheesecake. Carefully spread over filling. Bake 5 minutes longer. Cool pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Several hours before serving, prepare glaze. In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; add jelly. Bring to a boil over medium-hight heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until jelly is melted and glaze is thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in orange juice and food coloring if desired. Cool to room temperature. , Just before serving, remove sides of pan. Arrange strawberries on top of cheesecake with pointed ends up. Spoon glaze over berries, allowing some to drip down sides of cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

M R Jaan
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


niahh
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My family loved this cheesecake!


Keji Wani
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I'll definitely be making this again.


Noah E
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This recipe is a keeper!


Md Akib
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This is one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had.


Heath Latta
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I highly recommend this recipe!


Only Bote
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The perfect dessert for any occasion.


clarina Mouries
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This cheesecake is a real crowd-pleaser!


Md Manuiddin
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Easy and delicious! The cheesecake is creamy and flavorful, and the strawberry topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


HANAN RAO
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This strawberry-topped cheesecake is incredible! The cheesecake is so creamy and smooth, and the strawberry topping is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love that this recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner baker. I will definitely b


Abdul wahid Ansari
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I've made this strawberry-topped cheesecake several times now and it's always a hit! The cheesecake is creamy and smooth, and the strawberry topping is the perfect finishing touch. I love that this recipe is so easy to follow and always turns out per


Ivan Durdevic
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This strawberry-topped cheesecake is a must-try! The cheesecake is creamy and decadent, and the strawberry topping is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love that this recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner baker.


Rasool shah Shah
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The cheesecake was light and fluffy, and the strawberry topping was the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasir Alishah
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This strawberry-topped cheesecake is so delicious! The cheesecake filling is creamy and smooth, and the strawberry topping is the perfect finishing touch. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Rasid Khan
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The cheesecake is creamy and smooth, and the strawberry topping is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love that this recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner baker.


Aroon Yogal
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Easy to follow recipe for a delicious cheesecake. The strawberry topping adds a nice pop of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Munna Munna
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This cheesecake is amazing! The combination of the creamy cheesecake, the tart strawberries, and the graham cracker crust is perfect. It's not too sweet, and it's not too tart. It's just right.


Sivan Kocher
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The cheesecake was smooth and creamy, and the strawberry topping was the perfect finishing touch. Will definitely be making this again.


Zay Said
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This strawberry-topped cheesecake is a real showstopper! The creamy cheesecake filling is perfectly balanced by the tartness of the strawberries, and the graham cracker crust adds a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.