Step 1

In a blender, combine the strawberries, sugar, and water and puree until smooth.

Step 2

Transfer strawberry purée into a medium saucepan.

Step 3

Cook over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens, about 10-15 mins.

Step 4

Remove from heat and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Spray an 8-inch springform pan lightly with cooking spray.

Step 6

Next, in a medium sized bowl combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and stir to combine.

Step 7

After that, pour the crust mixture into your greased pan and press down using your fingers to create a crust at the bottom of the pan.

Step 8

Pop into the freezer for 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.

Step 9

In a large bowl, using an electric handheld mixer, beat together the room temperature cream cheese, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and cream.

Step 10

Then, in a separate medium size bowl, beat your heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

Step 11

Proceed to fold the whipped cream into the large bowl with the cheesecake filling, until it has been completely combined.

Step 12

Next, divide the cream cheese filling into 2 bowls and set one aside.

Step 13

In one of the bowls, add in all but 2 tablespoons of the cooled strawberry sauce and mix to combine. Save the reserved 2 tablespoons of sauce for later use.

Step 14

Proceed to pour the plain cheesecake filling into your prepared crust and smooth out into an even layer. Tap the pan against the counter a few times to allow the layer to settle.

Step 15

Then, add the strawberry cream cheese filling on top and smooth it out using a rubber spatula.

Step 16

After that, dollop the reserved 2 tablespoons of strawberry sauce onto the pie and then swirl it around using a butter knife or wooden skewer. Do not go too deep with the knife, you only want to swirl the top, not the bottom layers.

Step 17

Now, cover your cheesecake with plastic wrap or cling wrap and place in the fridge for at least 8 hours or preferably overnight to allow time to set and chill.

Step 18

Once chilled completely you are ready to slice, serve and enjoy!