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The Juiciest Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe Ever Made

The Juiciest Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe You’ll Love

The Juiciest Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe Ever Made combines smooth cheesecake with a crunchy topping, making it the perfect showstopper for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 8 sheets Graham Crackers Use gluten-free if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Vegan option: use cashew-based cream cheese.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider monk fruit sweetener for a low-sugar option.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Stick to classic vanilla.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Alternatively, use coconut whipped cream.
For the Crunch Topping
  • 12 oz Sandwich Cookies Use gluten-free varieties if needed.
  • 1 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries Essential for concentrated flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Add just before serving.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush sandwich cookies and freeze-dried strawberries into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and spread on a baking sheet. Toast for about 10 minutes until golden.
  2. Crush graham crackers in a bowl. Mix with melted butter and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract. Whip heavy cream and fold into cream cheese mixture.
  4. Pour filling over chilled crust. Sprinkle crunch topping evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  5. Before serving, slice fresh strawberries and arrange on top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese. Ensure ingredients are well chilled after preparation for optimal flavor.

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