Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Crust

01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 2 sleeves)
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ For the Filling

04 - 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
06 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
07 - 4 large eggs + 1 yolk
08 - 1/2 cup sour cream
09 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
10 - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
11 - 6 cups water (for the water bath)

→ For the Strawberry Topping

12 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
13 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
14 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
15 - 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and finely chopped, divided

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Wrap the outside of the pan tightly with foil to prevent water from leaking in during the water bath.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool. Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
03 - In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and cornstarch, and beat until fluffy. Mix in eggs, yolk, sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla until just combined.
04 - Place the springform pan in a larger roasting dish. Pour the filling into the crust. Pour boiling water into the roasting dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 230°F (110°C) and bake for 1 hour.
05 - Turn off the oven and crack the door open slightly. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour, then remove and cool completely on the counter. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
06 - In a saucepan, combine half the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in the remaining strawberries, and let cool. Refrigerate until ready to use.
07 - Remove the cheesecake from the pan, spread the strawberry topping over it, and serve with whipped cream if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Don’t open the oven door during baking or cooling to prevent cracks.
02 - Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling.

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