Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Very Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake! This delightful dessert combines a buttery, crisp cookie crust, a luscious strawberry cheesecake filling, and an irresistible crunchy topping bursting with strawberry flavor. Perfect for celebrations or simply as a special treat, it’s sure to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 2 cups crushed Golden Oreos or graham crackers
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
Filling:
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup strawberry puree or chopped strawberries
Topping:
- 1 cup crushed Golden Oreos
- ½ cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine crushed cookies and melted butter.
- Press mixture into the bottom of an 8 or 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool.
Filling:
- Beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar, mixing well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing lightly.
- Stir in vanilla, sour cream, and strawberry puree until creamy.
Assembling and Baking:
- Pour filling onto cooled crust, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes. The center should jiggle slightly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Topping:
- Combine crushed cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter.
- Press topping onto the chilled cheesecake.
Notes
For an extra fresh touch, garnish with fresh strawberries or whipped cream.
It can be adapted easily for vegan or gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry cheesecake, crunchy cheesecake, dessert, strawberry crunch topping, cheesecake recipe