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Roasted Strawberry Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

A creamy baked cheesecake made with Greek yogurt and swirled with roasted strawberry purée.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 24 oz cream cheese softened (three 8-oz packages)
  • 1.5 cups full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 16 oz strawberries sliced (about 1 container)
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar for roasting strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups graham crackers pulverized into crumbs
  • 0.33 cups granulated sugar for crust (about 1/3 cup)
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt for crust
  • 6.5 tablespoons butter melted

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Food processor or blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • kettle or pot for hot water
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon coconut oil in a bowl until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the strawberries on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, until soft and bubbling; let cool slightly.
  4. Transfer the roasted strawberries to a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 2 tablespoons water, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch, then pulse until smooth; set the purée aside to cool.
  5. Make the crust: pulse graham crackers with 1/3 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a blender or food processor until fine crumbs form. Stir in the 6 1/2 tablespoons melted butter until evenly moistened, then press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  6. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F if desired for baking cheesecake (or keep at 375°F if preferred). In a blender or large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt until smooth.
  7. Add the 5 whole eggs, 3 egg yolks, and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar to the cream cheese mixture and pulse or mix until combined. Add 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and mix briefly until incorporated; do not overmix.
  8. Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust and spread evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the cooled strawberry purée on top and gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  9. Wrap the bottom of the springform pan well with aluminum foil. Place the pan inside a large, deep baking dish and pour hot water into the dish until it reaches about halfway up the springform pan to create a water bath.
  10. Bake the cheesecake for 1 hour and 20 minutes. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 30–35 minutes; the center should still be slightly wobbly.
  11. Carefully remove the cheesecake from the oven, run a knife around the edge to loosen, and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for best texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cheesecake.
  • Wrap the pan well to prevent water from seeping in during the water bath.
  • The cheesecake should be slightly wobbly in the center when you remove it from the oven.