Description
Creamy strawberry crunch cheesecake blends silky layers of indulgence with crisp, sweet textures. Guests will devour this delightful dessert that marries rich cheesecake perfection with crunchy strawberry cookie topping in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust:
- 2 cups (240 grams) golden oreos, finely crushed
- 5 tablespoons (70 grams) butter, melted
Topping and Garnish:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) golden oreos, coarsely crushed
- 1 cup (25 grams) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into fine powder
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) butter, melted
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Whipped cream
- Strawberry sauce
Instructions
- Craft the foundation by pulverizing Golden Oreos and blending with melted butter. Press the crumbly mixture firmly into a springform pan’s base. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, allowing the crust to set and develop a golden hue.
- Transform cream cheese into a silky canvas by beating until completely smooth. Gradually incorporate sugar, sour cream, and fragrant vanilla, ensuring a uniform consistency. Introduce eggs individually, gently folding to maintain a luxurious texture. Optional lemon juice can enhance the flavor profile.
- Position the cheesecake in a preheated 325°F oven. Bake for 60-70 minutes until the center displays a subtle, elegant wobble. Deactivate the oven, slightly ajar the door, and permit gradual cooling for one hour, preventing potential surface cracking.
- Create a vibrant topping by combining crushed Golden Oreos with pulverized freeze-dried strawberries and melted butter. Once the cheesecake reaches room temperature, distribute the crumbly mixture evenly across the surface.
- Elevate presentation by artfully arranging fresh strawberries and optional whipped cream. Drizzle with strawberry sauce for an extra burst of fruity decadence. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to allow flavors to harmonize and texture to set perfectly.
Notes
- Crush cookies finely to create a uniform, compact crust that holds together perfectly when sliced.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling with consistent texture.
- Add a water bath during baking to prevent surface cracking and maintain creamy, silky cheesecake consistency.
- Swap Golden Oreos with gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on taste and crunch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 431 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 213 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg