Description
Delightful strawberry crunch cheesecake blends creamy textures with crisp graham cracker layers. Sweet strawberry notes complement rich cream cheese, creating a memorable dessert for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsps granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325°F and coat a 9-inch springform pan with grease to ensure easy removal.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the pan’s base. Bake for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency. Incorporate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Gently fold in vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour to create a silky batter.
- Carefully distribute half the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust. Drop spoonfuls of strawberry sauce across the surface, using a knife to create elegant swirling patterns. Layer remaining batter and add additional strawberry swirls.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until the center sets but maintains a slight wobble. Leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly open for one hour, allowing gradual cooling. Refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight.
- Pulse golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor until they transform into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter to create a crumbly topping texture.
- After chilling, evenly distribute the strawberry crunch topping across the cheesecake’s surface, gently pressing to ensure adherence.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Elegantly pipe or spread the cream over the cheesecake.
- Embellish with fresh strawberries and optional additional whipped cream or strawberry sauce for a stunning presentation.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to minimize surface cracks during baking.
- Adjust sugar levels in both filling and topping based on personal preference or dietary needs, using alternatives like stevia or monk fruit sweetener.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free cookie crumbs or almond flour for a celiac-friendly crust option.
- Prepare the cheesecake up to 3 days in advance, storing covered in the refrigerator to enhance flavor development and convenience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 1.7 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 5.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.4 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 1.1 g
- Cholesterol: 16 mg