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Delicious chilled strawberry cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries

Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake

A delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the tartness of fresh strawberries with creamy richness. Perfect for warm days and special celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 2/3 cup Graham Crackers, Crushed (about 12 whole crackers) These buttery crumbs form a delightful crust.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances the crust's flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter, Melted Brings cohesion to the crust.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese, Room Temperature The star ingredient for a rich cheesecake.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Creates a sweet and creamy filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Adds a refreshing zing.
  • 3/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Contributes a light and fluffy texture.
  • 1 1/2 cups Strawberries, Diced For natural sweetness and color.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For Serving
  • Sweetened Whipped Cream Sweetened Whipped Cream Optional topping for serving.
  • Strawberries, Diced or Whole Strawberries, Diced or Whole For decoration and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup of sugar. Mix well.
  3. Drizzle in the melted butter and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  4. Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
  5. Bake for 7 minutes or until lightly browned. Let it cool completely.
Filling Preparation
  1. Whip the heavy whipping cream until light and fluffy, then set aside.
  2. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Puree the diced strawberries in a blender or food processor, keeping some small chunks for texture.
  4. Mix the pureed strawberries and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in the whipped cream until well mixed.
  6. Pour the strawberry cheesecake mixture into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Freezing & Serving
  1. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for a minimum of 4 hours.
  2. When ready to serve, slice with a hot knife for clean cuts and top with whipped cream and additional strawberries.

Notes

Choose ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Room temperature cream cheese ensures a smooth filling without lumps. Store leftover cheesecake securely in the freezer for up to 2 months. Consider adding other fruits or a chocolate drizzle for variations.