Classic Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Delight

Classic Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Delight is a show-stopping dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, a golden vanilla wafer crust, and a vibrant strawberry crunch topping. Finished with a homemade strawberry sauce, this treat is perfect for celebrations or whenever you want to impress!

Ingredients

Servings: 12
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Calories: ~420 per serving

• For the Crust:
  • 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the Cheesecake:
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 1 cup golden Oreos (or vanilla sandwich cookies)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• For the Strawberry Sauce:
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Add sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla. Mix until just combined. Pour over cooled crust.
3. Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes, until center is just set. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours.
4. Prepare Strawberry Crunch Topping: Pulse freeze-dried strawberries and Oreos in a food processor until crumbly. Add melted butter and pulse to combine.
5. Make Strawberry Sauce: In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring, until thickened. Cool.
6. Assemble: Remove cheesecake from pan. Sprinkle strawberry crunch topping over the top and sides. Drizzle with strawberry sauce before serving.

Tips & FAQ

• For a nutty twist, add a handful of chopped pecans to the crust.
• Can I use frozen strawberries? Yes, just thaw and drain before using for the sauce.

Looking for more dessert inspiration? Try our Banana Split Sundae Cupcakes!