Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake
Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is a vibrant, indulgent dessert that blends the creamy richness of cheesecake with the refreshing sweetness of strawberries and the crunchiness of a buttery, cookie crumble topping. This no-bake cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to elegant parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 4 hours and 20 minutes to overnight
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
For the strawberry crunch topping:
1 1/2 cups freeze-dried strawberries
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish to form an even crust. Refrigerate to chill.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture. Add pureed strawberries and mix well.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Prepare the strawberry crunch topping: Pulse freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor until powdered. Add graham cracker crumbs and sugar, then mix with melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the cheesecake filling and press gently to adhere.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cheesecake to set.
- Serve: Remove from the springform pan, slice, and serve chilled. Optionally garnish with extra strawberries or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
Notes
For a berry mix, add blueberries or raspberries to the cheesecake filling.
For a chocolate version, drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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