Instant Pot Strawberry Cheesecake

Instant Pot Strawberry Cheesecake–This might be the best thing I have ever made. This is a great and easy cheesecake with loads and loads of flavor and a snap to make in the Instant Pot.

If you have not used the Instant Pot to make baked desserts, you are truly missing out. Every single cheesecake made in the Instant Pot comes out amazing. This is a great and easy dessert you can make for any special occasion. I love making this in the summer when fresh strawberries are in season. 

There is nothing like a perfect slice of cheesecake. Rich, smooth, and delicious. 

Why Make A Cheesecake In The Instant Pot?

Now, if you are worried about making a cheesecake in the Instant Pot, let me tell you it is simpler than you think, and the results will amaze you.

Once you try a cheesecake in the Instant Pot, you will never prepare it any other way; it is straightforward. Here are some of the best reasons to make an Instant Pot Cheesecake:

• Shortens the cooking time.
• No need to bother with a water bath, which is sometimes tricky.
• A perfect cheesecake every time.
• No need to turn on the oven during hot summer days, meaning your kitchen will remain cool.
• Great for holidays, when your oven is busy.
• The texture of the cheesecake is amazing, restaurant quality.

How To Make An Instant Pot Strawberry  Cheesecake

Crust Ingredients:

• Graham Crackers
• Butter
• Ground Cinnamon

Filing Ingredients:

• Cream Cheese
• Granulated Sugar
• Sour Cream
• All-Purpose Flour
• Pure Vanilla Extract
• Lemon Juice
• Eggs
• Other: 1 1/2 cup of water

Topping Ingredients:

• Sliced Strawberries
• Lemon Juice
• Granulated Sugar
• Pure Vanilla Extract
• Cornstarch
• Water

Instructions:

Crust: 

• To make the crust, start by spraying your springform pan with cooking spray.
• In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, ground cinnamon,  and melted butter. 
• Then press the mixture into the prepared springform pan, press firmly, and cover about 1 inch along the side. 
• Place into the freezer to firm up while you prepare the filling.

Filling:

• In a medium-sized mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese, sugar, room temperature sour cream, lemon juice, flour, and vanilla. Use a whisk, and whisk until smooth.
• Slowly fold in the eggs, mixing well after each egg.
• Pour the filling into the crust.
• Add the water to the Instant Pot bowl, add your trivet, and place the cheesecake on top of the trivet.
• Place your lid onto the Instant Pot, and place the vent to sealing.
• Set manual high pressure for 25 minutes. 
• When the time is up, do a natural release.
• When the pressure has all been released, remove the cheesecake and then place it into the refrigerator overnight.

Topping:

• Add the strawberries, lemon juice, vanilla, and sugar to the Instant Pot bowl, then press the saute button.
• Bring the strawberry mixture to a small simmer, simmer for about 10 minutes, constantly stirring, 
• In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water, making a cornstarch slurry. Add it to the strawberry mixture. Mix in the rest of the strawberries, pour the topping into a small bowl.
• Let the strawberry mixture cool. Once it’s cool, pour on top of the cheesecake. 

SOME COMMON QUESTIONS ASKED ABOUT THIS RECIPE–

DO YOU NEED TO CHILL THE CHEESECAKE ONCE IT’S COOKED?

Yes, absolutely, it needs to be refrigerated from 12 to 24 hours. This really helps it to firm up. And become a cheesecake. Without refrigeration, it will be soft.

Just cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and place it flat into the refrigerator. Chill for 12 to 24 hours before serving.

CAN YOU FREEZE INSTANT POT CHEESECAKES?

Yes, this is a great dessert to make ahead of time. To prepare it for freezing, simply let it refrigerator until set, as called by the above directions. And then once it’s firm, cover with saran wrap and then place into a freezer bag. Making sure it’s completely sealed.

Frozen Cheesecake will last about 1 to 2 months.

To use frozen, place the frozen cheesecake into the refrigerator overnight and then serve as normal.

SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR MAKING INSTANT POT CHEESECAKES

(AFFILIATE LINKS ARE INCLUDED)

Push Pan:

Fat Daddios makes some of the best cheesecake pans, I used either a 6 x 3 inch or 7×3 pan. They are easy to get out.

Silicone Sling: This is a new item, and it’s so much easier than making a sling out of foil.

OXO GOOD GRIPS PRESSURE COOKER BAKEWARE SLING, RED

SOME OTHER GREAT INSTANT POT DESSERTS–

INSTANT POT MONKEY BREAD

PRESSURE COOKER (INSTANT POT)-VANILLA CHEESECAKE

INSTANT POT, THE EASIEST JIFFY MINI CORN 

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