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Double Cheese Strawberry Cheesecake with fresh strawberries and creamy texture
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Strawberry Double Cheese Cheesecake

A delightful creamy dessert combining cream cheese, mascarpone, and fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Course Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine American
Keyword Cheesecake, Cream Cheese, Dessert Recipe, Easy Baking, strawberry
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

For the crust

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed digestive biscuits or graham crackers Provides a crispy and buttery flavor.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter Helps bind the crust.

For the filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Gives a creamy texture and tangy taste.
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese Adds an extra layer of creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Balances the tanginess of the cheeses.
  • 1 cup heavy cream To be whipped for an airy texture.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds aromatic warmth.
  • 1/4 cup strawberry purée Infuses the filling with fresh strawberry flavor.

For the topping

  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Enhances the topping.
  • 2 tbsp sugar To sweeten the strawberries.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Adds necessary tartness.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix the crushed biscuits with melted butter and press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and mascarpone until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. Fold in strawberry purée.
  • Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Topping

  • Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 30 minutes to create a syrup.
  • Remove cheesecake from springform pan and top with strawberry mixture before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature. You can customize by adding more strawberry purée or using different fruits.