Ingredients and Weight:
- Cream cheese: 500g
- Fresh strawberries: 250g
- Digestive cookies: 200g (crushed)
- Butter: 100g (melted)
- Sugar: 100g
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Salt: a pinch
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (excluding refrigeration time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed digestive cookies and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Add the fresh strawberries (washed and chopped) to the cream cheese mixture and blend well.
- Pour the mixture over the cookie base in the springform pan.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (based on ingredients used)
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy cheesecake with a sweet and tangy strawberry flavor.
- Smooth and dense texture with a slightly crisp cookie base.
- Ideal for any special occasion or as a dessert for a casual gathering.
User Comments:
- "The strawberry flavor was so fresh and delightful! The cheesecake was smooth and creamy."
- "I loved the combination of the cookies and cream cheese. It gave a unique texture to the cheesecake."
- "This is a great recipe for those who love strawberries and cheesecake."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh strawberries for the best flavor. If fresh strawberries are not in season, you can use frozen ones instead.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cheesecake after baking.
- When mixing the cream cheese mixture, make sure to blend well to avoid any lumps.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to set properly.
