Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 0.25 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 16 oz (450g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 lb (450g) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 tbsp (12g) granulated sugar

Instructions:

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
  3. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. In a separate large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar on medium-high speed until smooth.
  5. Stir vanilla extract and lemon juice into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula using a cut-and-fold motion to preserve aeration.
  7. Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with an offset spatula.
  8. Refrigerate for 6 hours 30 mins until the filling feels firm to the touch.
  9. Top with sliced strawberries and 12g granulated sugar before serving.