Description
Experience the ultimate fusion of a buttery, tender biscuit base and a luxurious, creamy cheesecake layer bursting with fresh strawberries. This decadent dessert is perfectly structured for a professional finish, ensuring a gluten-free treat that never compromises on texture or flavor. Ideal for seasonal gatherings, each bite balances rich, creamy indulgence with the bright acidity of seasonal fruit.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (containing xanthan gum)
1/4 cup granulated white sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
70g cold salted butter, cubed
210ml heavy whipping cream
450g cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add a small portion of the heavy cream to the flour mixture to form a dough, press it into the bottom of the springform pan, and bake for 12 minutes.
While the base cools, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth in a large bowl.
Add eggs one at a time, followed by the remaining heavy cream and vanilla, mixing until just combined.
Fold in half of the fresh strawberries.
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared biscuit base and smooth the top.
Bake for 20 minutes, then turn off the oven and let it sit inside for another hour to set.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving topped with remaining fresh strawberries.
Notes
Ensure the butter is chilled to maintain the tender crumb of the base. For best results, use cream cheese at room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 40
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
