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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
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Arrange the sliced strawberries in the baking dish. Sprinkle granulated sugar over them to draw out the juices.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
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Evenly pour the cheesecake mixture over the strawberries in the baking dish, covering them completely.
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Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor, blender, or rolling pin.
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Spread the graham cracker crumbs evenly over the cheesecake layer to form a crust.
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Evenly drizzle the melted butter over the graham cracker crumbs to help create a golden, crunchy topping.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the filling is set with a slight jiggle in the center.
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Allow the dish to cool completely on a wire rack before chilling.
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Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight for the best texture and easy slicing.
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Add festive sprinkles or garnish with fresh strawberries and whipped cream before serving, if desired.