Here’s a delicious recipe for Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake – a rich, creamy cheesecake with a sweet and tangy strawberry crunch topping that’s sure to impress!
Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or Golden Oreos for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp sugar
For the cheesecake filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
For the strawberry topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
For the strawberry crunch topping:
- 1 cup Golden Oreos (or vanilla wafers)
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- Optional: 2 tbsp strawberry gelatin mix for extra flavor and color
Instructions
1. Make the crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
2. Make the cheesecake filling:
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream until combined.
- Pour over crust. Smooth the top.
3. Bake the cheesecake:
- Place springform pan in a water bath (wrap the bottom in foil to prevent leaks).
- Bake at 325°F for 55-65 minutes or until center is almost set.
- Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake sit inside for 1 hour.
- Chill at least 4 hours or overnight in fridge.
4. Make the strawberry topping:
- In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat.
- Cook until strawberries break down slightly.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry. Cook until thickened. Let cool.
5. Make the strawberry crunch:
- Crush Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor.
- Add melted butter and optional gelatin mix.
- Sprinkle over the cooled cheesecake, pressing lightly to adhere.
6. Assemble:
- Spread strawberry topping over the chilled cheesecake.
- Add strawberry crunch on top or around the edges.
- Garnish with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
Would you like a no-bake version or individual mini cheesecakes too?