5. Serve and Enjoy:

• Slice the cheesecake using a sharp knife that has been dipped in hot water to ensure clean cuts.
• Serve chilled, and enjoy the decadent layers of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberry topping!

Recipe Variations:

• Berry Cheesecake: Swap out the strawberries for other fresh berries like raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries. You can mix and match berries for a colorful, fruity topping.
• Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake: Add a layer of melted chocolate ganache between the crust and cheesecake filling for a chocolatey twist. You can also drizzle melted chocolate over the strawberry topping.
• No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake: Skip the oven time and make a no-bake version by using a no-bake cheesecake filling (usually made with cream cheese, heavy cream, and gelatin) instead of baking the filling.
• Lemon Strawberry Cheesecake: Add extra lemon zest to both the filling and the topping for an extra citrusy burst of flavor that complements the strawberries beautifully.