Description

Indulge in the delightful harmony of tart lemon and sweet strawberry with this Luscious Lemon Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake. Its creamy texture and beautiful swirls make it a perfect dessert for any occasion!

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup strawberry preserves or jam

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
Drop spoonfuls of strawberry preserves or jam over the cream cheese mixture. Swirl gently with a knife.
Pour the remaining cream cheese mixture over the strawberry layer.
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
Carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen; cool for 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps.
Top with fresh strawberries or whipped cream for an extra touch.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes