No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1/4 cup strawberry preserves

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch springform pan.
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until crumbly and press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool.
4. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Beat until light and fluffy.
5. Pour cream cheese mixture over cooled graham cracker crust.
6. Arrange sliced strawberries over the top of the cheesecake and spread strawberry preserves over the top.
7. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Cheesecakes have been around for centuries. The first recorded cheesecake recipe dates back to ancient Greece.
• Strawberries are a type of berry, related to raspberries and blackberries.
• No-bake cheesecakes are a great way to enjoy cheesecake without having to turn on the oven.