Description
Homemade Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake delights dessert enthusiasts with its irresistible blend of creamy cheesecake and crunchy strawberry topping. Rich layers of sweet, tangy flavors come together in this delectable treat perfect for satisfying casual cravings or elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 package (3 ounces / 85 grams) strawberry gelatin mix (optional)
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1 cup Golden Oreo cookies, crushed
Garnish:
- Additional fresh strawberries (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the base by combining finely ground graham crackers with melted butter, ensuring a uniform texture. Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan, creating an even layer. Refrigerate to solidify the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until velvety smooth, gradually incorporating sugar and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff, voluminous peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining its airy consistency. Carefully spread the luscious filling over the chilled crust, creating a uniform surface.
- Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing it to set completely and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Pulverize Golden Oreo cookies and freeze-dried strawberries into a fine, crunchy mixture using a food processor or rolling pin.
- Just before serving, artfully arrange fresh, vibrant strawberries on top of the chilled cheesecake.
- Generously sprinkle the strawberry-Oreo crunch topping over the decorated surface, ensuring an even distribution for maximum crunch and visual appeal.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing.
- Crush Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries finely for an even, delicate crunch texture.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham crackers with gluten-free cookie crumbs and use gluten-free Oreo alternatives.
- Chill cheesecake overnight for better flavor development and firmer consistency.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg