Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the bright, fresh flavor of strawberries and a satisfyingly crunchy texture. This recipe includes a homemade strawberry sauce and a unique strawberry crunch topping that mimics the nostalgic taste of strawberry shortcake ice cream bars. Here’s how to make this delicious cheesecake.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: 1 1/2 cups
- Unsalted Butter: 1/3 cup, melted
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- Cream Cheese: 24 ounces (three 8-ounce packages), softened
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
- Sour Cream: 1 cup
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Eggs: 3 large
- Strawberry Extract (optional): 1 teaspoon for enhanced flavor
For the Strawberry Sauce:
- Fresh Strawberries: 2 cups, chopped
- Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- Golden Oreos: 10 cookies, crushed
- Freeze-dried Strawberries: 1 cup, crushed
- Butter: 1/4 cup, melted