Description
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is a rich, creamy dessert featuring layers of strawberry flavor and a crunchy topping reminiscent of classic strawberry ice cream bars.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (3 oz) package strawberry gelatin mix
- 20 golden Oreos
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- Whipped topping (optional)
- Fresh strawberries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Wrap the pan with foil and place in a water bath. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Remove and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For the topping, pulse golden Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and strawberry gelatin mix in a food processor. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping over the chilled cheesecake, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Optional: Top with whipped topping and fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- A water bath helps prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight for best results.
- Use a rolling pin if you don’t have a food processor for the topping.
- Vanilla wafer cookies can substitute golden Oreos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
