No-Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake
This Easy No-Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines creamy layers with a crunchy topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 24 pieces Golden Oreo cookies Crushed for the crust.
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted Binds the crust together.
Cheesecake Filling
- 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature The main ingredient for creaminess.
- 2 cups powdered sugar Adds sweetness.
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice Adds brightness to the flavor.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, puréed For fruity flavor.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream To lighten the cheesecake.
Topping
- 1 batch strawberry shortcake crumble Adds a crunchy layer on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush the Golden Oreos in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a Ziploc bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with melted butter and stir until the crumbs are coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Chill the crust in the freezer for about 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with lemon juice, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold half of the cheesecake mixture into the puréed strawberries and pour into the crust.
- Spoon the plain cheesecake mixture on top and smooth it out.
- Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 4-5 hours or overnight.
- Remove from the freezer and top with strawberry shortcake crumble before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, let the cheesecake set overnight. Optionally, serve with vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce for added indulgence.