Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Pie Recipe

This delightful dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the bright, sweet flavor of strawberries. It features a graham cracker crust, a smooth cheesecake filling with a strawberry swirl, and a buttery crumb topping, all finished with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.  

Ingredients:

  • For the Crust:
    • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs  
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted  
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
    • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • For the Strawberry Swirl:
    • 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, thawed and drained
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • For the Crumb Topping:
    • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • For Garnish:
    • Fresh strawberries
    • Whipped cream

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Crust:
    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.  
    • Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.  
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool completely.
  2. Make the Strawberry Swirl:
    • In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
    • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until strawberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
    • Let cool.
  3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
    • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
    • Beat in vanilla extract.
    • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
    • Stir in sour cream until just combined.
  4. Assemble the Cheesecake Pie:
    • Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust.
    • Drop spoonfuls of the strawberry mixture over the filling.
    • Use a knife or skewer to swirl the strawberry mixture into the cheesecake filling.
  5. Make the Crumb Topping:
    • In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugars, and cinnamon.
    • Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  6. Add the Crumb Topping:
    • Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cheesecake filling.
  7. Bake:
    • Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly jiggly.
    • Let cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Garnish and Serve:
    • Before serving, top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

Tips and Notes:

  • Softened Cream Cheese: Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
  • Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the cheesecake filling can incorporate too much air, causing it to crack.  
  • Cool Slowly: Let the cheesecake cool slowly in the oven with the door ajar to prevent cracking.
  • Frozen Strawberries: If using frozen strawberries, make sure they are fully thawed and well-drained to avoid a watery swirl.
  • Variations: You can use other berries like raspberries or blueberries for the swirl.

Enjoy your delicious Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Pie with Crumb Topping!

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