Description
These strawberry cheesecake squares combine creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries atop a buttery graham cracker crust, creating a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- Make the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl and pressing it into the bottom of the pan.
- Prepare the filling by beating cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing until fully combined.
- Fold in the pureed strawberries gently with a spatula.
- Assemble by pouring the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan.
- Create the swirl using a knife to mix in the strawberry jam.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set in the center.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
Prepare these squares a day ahead for best flavor. Customize by adding fresh strawberries or a chocolate drizzle if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake, dessert, summer treat, easy recipe