Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes; let it cool.
Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
Add remaining sugar, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla; mix until combined.
Stir in the pureed strawberries gently.
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
Bake for 60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
Cool gradually in the oven, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.