Step 1 — Make the Crust : Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Stir graham crumbs, sugar u0026 salt together. Add melted butter and mix until evenly moistened. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish (bottom + sides). Bake 8–10 minutes → cool completely.

Step 2 — Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese u0026 sugar until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla and lemon juice. In separate bowl, whip cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture. Spread filling evenly into cooled crust.

Step 3 — Make the Strawberry Topping: Add 1 cup strawberries to a small saucepan with sugar, water u0026 cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, lightly mashing until thick u0026 glossy (5–7 min). Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, cool completely. Fold in remaining strawberries. Spread over cheesecake layer.

Step 4 — Chill: Refrigerate at least 4 hours or until fully set. Slice and enjoy!