Strawberry Cheesecake (Creamy & Baked)

Strawberry Cheesecake (Creamy & Baked) IngredientsBase200 g digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)100 g melted butterCheesecake Filling600 g cream cheese (room temperature)200 g sugar3 eggs (room temperature)200 ml sour cream or heavy cream1 tsp vanilla extract1 tbsp cornstarch or flourZest of 1 lemon (optional)Strawberry Layer300–400 g fresh strawberries80–100 g sugar (to taste)1 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water Instructions1️⃣ Prepare the baseCrush the biscuits finely.Mix with melted butter.Press firmly into a lined square or rectangular pan.Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.2️⃣ Make the cheesecake fillingBeat cream cheese with sugar until smooth.Add eggs one by one.Mix in cream, vanilla, cornstarch, and lemon zest.Pour over the biscuit base.3️⃣ BakeBake at 160°C (320°F) for 50–60 minutesCenter should be slightly wobbly.Let cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight best).4️⃣ Strawberry toppingCook strawberries with sugar and lemon juice over medium heat.Add cornstarch slurry and simmer until thick and glossy.Cool slightly, then spread over the cheesecake.Top with fresh strawberry halves if desired. Serving TipsSlice with a hot knife for clean cutsSprinkle powdered sugar on top like in the photoServe well chilledCategories