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This velvety cheesecake combines the creaminess of a New York cheesecake with the freshness of sun-ripened strawberries. The crispy cookie crust, the airy cream cheese filling, and the fruity strawberry puree blend into a harmonious taste experience.
Our Basic Ingredients
- Cream cheese: Room temperature for optimal creaminess
- Butter cookies: For crispy base
- Strawberries: Fully ripe for intense flavor
- Quark: Makes the filling lighter
- Almonds: Give the base more bite
The Path to Perfect Cheesecake
- Base Preparation:
- Crumble cookies, melt butter, mix in almonds and press firmly.
- Filling Preparation:
- Cream cheese until smooth, incorporate ingredients, beat until fluffy, fold in strawberries.
- Baking Process:
- Prepare water bath, maintain temperature, cool slowly, prevent cracking.
- Finalization:
- Prepare sauce fresh, distribute decoratively, serve chilled and garnish.
In my family, this cheesecake is the highlight of any coffee table. Especially the marbling makes it an eye-catcher.
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Perfect Decorations
- Fresh strawberries and mint leaves
- Whipped cream around the edge
- Edible flowers as eye-catchers
- Powdered sugar border for the finishing touch
Creative Variations
- Chocolate cookies instead of butter cookies
- Raspberries or blackberries
- White chocolate for an elegant note
- Lime zest for extra freshness
Optimal Storage
- In the refrigerator for up to four days
- Bring to temperature 30 minutes before serving
- Transport in cake box with cooling elements
- Apply strawberry sauce fresh
Time Management
- Bake the day before
- Bring cream cheese to temperature in time
- Puree strawberries just before topping
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Festive Occasions
- For summer parties and birthdays
- With edible gold as a wedding cake
- As a Mother's Day gift
- For dessert buffets
After many years of experience, this version has proven to be the perfect balance between effort and taste. The combination of creamy filling and fruity note makes this cake a timeless classic. I find it particularly fascinating how the marbling makes each slice a unique work of art.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why does the cheesecake sometimes crack?
- Slow cooling in the oven is important. Too rapid temperature changes can cause cracks.
- → Can I use frozen strawberries?
- For the sauce yes, for the marbling better use fresh strawberries as they contain less water.
- → How long does the cake keep?
- In the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It's best to prepare the strawberry sauce fresh.
- → Why cornstarch in the filling?
- The starch stabilizes the filling and prevents it from becoming too liquid or collapsing.
- → Can I use other cookies?
- Yes, digestive or whole grain cookies are good alternatives to butter cookies.