Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe

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🍓 Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe 🍓

Creamy, dreamy, berry-loaded bliss with a nostalgic crunch!

📜 Introduction

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is an irresistible dessert that blends the luscious richness of New York-style cheesecake with the childhood charm of strawberry shortcake ice cream bars. With a buttery cookie crust, a creamy cheesecake center swirled with real strawberries, and a nostalgic strawberry crunch topping, this dessert is perfect for celebrations, date nights, or simply spoiling yourself. Loved by generations and recreated in various forms, this cheesecake captures hearts and palates wherever it’s served!

🍓 Ingredients

🔸 Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs or Golden Oreo crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

🔸 Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional, but adds brightness)
  • 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen strawberries (if frozen, thaw and drain)

🔸 Strawberry Crunch Topping

  • 10 Golden Oreos, crushed
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

🧁 Instructions

🔹 Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use a glass to pack it tightly.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and cool while preparing the filling.

🔹 Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth (2–3 minutes).
  2. Add sugar and vanilla extract; beat again until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  4. Stir in sour cream and lemon zest.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
  6. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.

🔹 Step 3: Bake with Love

  1. Wrap the outside of the springform pan with foil. Place it in a larger roasting pan and fill with 1 inch of hot water (water bath method).
  2. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is almost set (it should still jiggle slightly).
  3. Turn off the oven and crack the door. Let cheesecake sit for 1 hour.
  4. Remove from oven, chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

🔹 Step 4: Make the Strawberry Crunch

  1. In a food processor, pulse Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries until crumbs form.
  2. Mix with melted butter to create the perfect “crunch”.
  3. Sprinkle generously over the chilled cheesecake.

🏛️ History & Formation

Strawberry crunch flavor was made famous by the classic Good Humor Strawberry Shortcake bars — sold from ice cream trucks in the ’70s and ’80s. This cheesecake is a modern tribute, combining that sweet nostalgia with the elegance of a baked dessert. The crunch topping mimics the beloved coating on the bars, while the creamy cheesecake elevates it to gourmet levels.

💞 Lovers of This Cheesecake Say…

  • “It melts in your mouth like strawberry ice cream on a summer day!”
  • “I made this for my anniversary, and my husband asked for it every weekend after!”
  • “Tastes like childhood and comfort in every bite.”

💡 Tips & Methods for Lovers of Flavor

  • Swirl Method: For extra flair, swirl strawberry jam into the cheesecake before baking.
  • Crunch Upgrade: Add crushed freeze-dried bananas for a strawberry-banana twist.
  • Lover’s Drizzle: Drizzle white chocolate over the top for added romance.
  • Mini Version: Make in cupcake tins for personal-size cheesecakes — perfect for gifting your sweetheart!

✅ Conclusion

This Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is more than a dessert—it’s a celebration of memories, love, and creamy indulgence. Whether you’re making it for a party, a date night, or just because you deserve something sweet, this cheesecake is sure to win hearts and satisfy cravings. Serve it chilled with a smile and a fork — and don’t be surprised if there are no leftovers.

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