Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Very Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Slice, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries creamy cheesecake with a crunchy topping. This show-stopping treat is ideal for summer parties, festive gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence for strawberry lovers. Each slice features a rich cream cheese filling infused with fresh strawberry puree and is topped with a delightful mix of crushed Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries. Its eye-catching appearance and delicious taste make it an unforgettable addition to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed golden Oreos (for crust)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup strawberry puree or strawberry jam
- 2–3 drops pink food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup crushed golden Oreos (for topping)
- ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2–3 drops pink food coloring (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix crushed Oreos with melted butter, press into the pan, and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until slightly jiggly.
- Cool in the oven for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- For the topping, mix crushed Oreos with freeze-dried strawberries and melted butter; press onto chilled cheesecake before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overmixing after adding eggs to prevent cracks in the cheesecake. The cheesecake can be customized with different fruit purees or toppings.