Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

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Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

If you love the nostalgic taste of strawberry shortcake ice cream bars, this Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is your dream dessert! A creamy no-bake cheesecake sits on a golden vanilla cookie crust, topped with a sweet strawberry glaze and the iconic crunchy strawberry cookie crumble. It’s easy to make, bursting with berry flavor, and irresistibly textured—perfect for summer parties or anytime cravings!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • No-bake & fuss-free – No oven, no water bath!
  • Creamy + crunchy – That signature strawberry shortcake texture.
  • Stunning pink layers – Instantly impressive for parties.
  • Make-ahead friendly – Chills beautifully for flawless slices.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups (200g) Golden Oreo crumbs (or vanilla wafers)
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
  • ½ cup (120g) strawberry jam (or puree)

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:

  • 1 cup (100g) crushed Golden Oreos or vanilla wafers
  • ¼ cup (30g) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp sugar

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Whipped cream

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Crust

  1. Mix the cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Freeze for 15 minutes to set.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  1. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Fold in the whipped cream gently to keep the filling light and airy.
  3. Swirl in the strawberry jam—don’t overmix to maintain a marbled effect.

3. Assemble & Chill

  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust, spreading it evenly.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix crushed cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, melted butter, and sugar to make the crunch topping.
  3. Sprinkle the crunch topping generously over the cheesecake.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (overnight is best!).

4. Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Garnish with fresh strawberries and whipped cream before serving.

Pro Tips for the Best Cheesecake

  • Use room-temperature cream cheese for a lump-free filling.
  • Want more berry flavor? Add 1-2 drops of strawberry extract.
  • Shortcut: Use store-bought strawberry glaze instead of jam.
  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge for 4 days (if it lasts that long!).

Serving Suggestions

  • With a drizzle of white chocolate – Elegant and delicious.
  • As a birthday cake alternative – Kids and adults adore it!
  • With a glass of sparkling rosé – The perfect pairing.

Final Verdict: A Taste of Childhood, Elevated!

This Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is creamy, crunchy, and bursting with strawberry goodness—a showstopper that’s secretly easy to make.

Whip it up this weekend and watch it disappear!

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