1. Add the cantuccini/biscotti to a food processor and mix until you get fine crumbs. Add the sugar and melted butter and mix to combine. Line an 8-inch springform tin with baking parchment, add the wet crumbs, and press down to create an even layer. Cut some strawberries into thin slices and press them onto the sides of the springform tin. If the strawberry slices are not too thick they should hold well. Leave as few gaps as possible and distribute the strawberries evenly (see photo). Place in the fridge until ready to use.

2. Add the gelatin leaves to a small bowl with cold water and let them soak in the water for about 5-7 minutes. Wash and dry the strawberries, remove the leaves, and purée them to get a thick strawberry sauce. Add the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract to a large bowl and mix to combine. Add the puréed strawberries and stir in. Set the bowl aside.

3. Gently squeeze the gelatin leaves to remove some soaked-up water, place them in a small saucepan and gently heat up until completely melted. Remove from heat and add about 2-3 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture and mix well. Return this mixture to the large bowl and stir in. Next, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the mixture. Pour the cream carefully into the prepared springform tin – try not to let any strawberries slide off the edge and move them back into place if it happens. Smooth out the top. Place in the fridge for at least 4-5 hours or overnight.

4. Carefully remove the cake from the mold. It works best to open the mold only slightly so the bottom detaches from the sides and then pull the sides up – this should keep the strawberries in place and help them come off the sides of the springform tin easily. Place the cheesecake on a serving plate. To decorate the cake whip the heavy cream with the confectioner’s sugar until stiff peaks form, transfer to a piping bag with a star tip, and pipe small dollops onto the cake. Place the halved strawberries on the cream with the cut sides facing up. Your delicious Strawberry Cheesecake is now ready!