Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake perfect for Valentine’s Day. This dessert is easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam (for topping)
- Fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in sour cream until fully combined.
- Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until the center is set.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with strawberry jam and fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smoother texture.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for best results.
- Add chocolate drizzle for extra decadence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: valentine cheesecake, creamy cheesecake, easy dessert, romantic dessert