Cheesecake With Strawberry Sauce Recipe

Prepare Crust

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). 2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1 and 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup of melted butter. 3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Make Cheesecake Filling

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese until smooth. 2. Gradually add 1 and 1/4 cups of granulated sugar and beat until well combined. 3. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. 4. Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. 5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.

Bake Cheesecake

1. Place the cheesecake in a preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. 2. Turn off oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for about 1 hour. 3. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Prepare Strawberry Sauce

1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of fresh strawberries, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. 2. Cook over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries start to break down and the sauce thickens. 3. Remove from heat and let cool. You can blend it for a smoother sauce if desired.

Serve

1. Once the cheesecake has set, remove it from the springform pan. 2. Slice and serve topped with the strawberry sauce. 3. Garnish with fresh strawberries or mint leaves if desired.