Strawberry Rose Cheesecake

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Ingredients:

• 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 containers (24oz) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup strawberry purée
• 1 tbsp rose water
• Pink food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Mix together the crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter until fully combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
4. In a large bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy.
5. Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined.
6. Divide the batter in half.
7. To one half, add the strawberry purée and mix until fully combined.
8. To the other half, add the rose water and a drop or two of pink food coloring (if using) and mix until fully combined.
9. Pour the strawberry batter over the vanilla wafer crust, then pour the rose batter on top.
10. Using a knife, gently swirl the two batters together.
11. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. Let cool to room temperature.
12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Optional Topping:

• Whipped cream
• Sliced strawberries
• Edible rose petals

Garnish with fresh whipped cream, sliced strawberries, and edible rose petals, if desired.