Description

This creamy strawberry crunch cheesecake recipe delivers a delightful combination of velvety cheesecake, fresh strawberry flavor, and a crunchy topping, making it a perfect dessert for celebrations.

Ingredients

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2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons Melted butter
32 oz Cream cheese, softened
1 cup Granulated sugar
1 cup Sour cream
4 Large eggs
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
1 ½ cups Fresh strawberries, diced
½ cup Strawberry preserves
1 package (14.3 oz) Golden Oreos, crushed
1 cup Strawberry cake mix (dry)
½ cup Melted butter (for topping)
1 cup Heavy whipping cream
¼ cup Powdered sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F and wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil
Step 2: Combine graham cracker crumbs with 6 tablespoons melted butter and press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool completely
Step 3: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, about 3 minutes
Step 4: Mix in sugar, then add sour cream and vanilla extract, beating until smooth
Step 5: Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each additio
Step 6: Fold in diced strawberries and strawberry preserves
Step 7: Pour filling over the cooled crust and prepare a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger roasting pan with hot water halfway up the sides
Step 8: Bake for 70-80 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly
Step 9: Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for one hour
Step 10: Crush Golden Oreos and mix with dry strawberry cake mix and ½ cup melted butter. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, and cool completely
Step 11: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 8 hours
Step 12: Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, spread over cheesecake, and sprinkle with crunch topping

Notes

Let cream cheese and eggs sit out for at least one hour before starting to avoid lumps.

Using a water bath helps prevent cracks and ensures even baking.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 80 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 485 kcal
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 145mg