Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

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Ingredients


For the crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

  • 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream

For the strawberry topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

For the strawberry crunch topping:

  • 12 Golden Oreos, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool while you make the filling.
  3. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until combined. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed. Stir in vanilla and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
  4. Bake the cheesecake: Pour the filling over the crust. Place the pan in a larger roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides to create a water bath. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  5. Cool: Turn off the oven and crack the door. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then remove and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Make the strawberry topping: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the strawberries release their juices. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 more minutes until thickened. Let cool completely.
  7. Make the crunch topping: In a bowl, mix crushed Golden Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter until combined.
  8. Assemble: Spread the strawberry topping over the chilled cheesecake. Sprinkle the strawberry crunch evenly on top.
  9. Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake!

Would you like a simpler, no-bake version too?

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