Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form a crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
- Before serving, top with fresh strawberries if desired.
Notes
- Add a layer of strawberry jam or puree between crust and filling for extra flavor.
- Use crushed chocolate cookies instead of graham crackers for a chocolatey twist.
- Fold in whipped cream to lighten the texture.
- Add lemon juice or zest for a tangier cheesecake.
- Use gelatin for a firmer filling if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
