Strawberry Crunch Cake (Printable Version)
A stunning pink dessert with a crunchy strawberry cookie crust, creamy center, and classic strawberry topping. Great for celebrations or treating yourself anytime!
# Ingredients:
→ Strawberry Crunch Coating
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Crush 20 Golden Oreos into crumbs
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3 tablespoons butter, melted
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2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder
→ Creamy Cheesecake Base
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3 blocks (24 oz total) room-temperature cream cheese
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¾ cup white sugar
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2 eggs, large
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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½ cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon strawberry flavoring (to amp up the taste)
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½ cup fresh strawberry puree (optional for extra taste and color)
→ Sweet Pink Drizzle
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons milk
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1 teaspoon strawberry flavoring
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A drop of pink food coloring (if desired)
→ Fluffy Whipped Cream
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1 cup heavy cream
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla
→ Crunchy Topping
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½ cup Golden Oreo crumbs
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1 tablespoon melted butter
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1 tablespoon strawberry gelatin powder
# Steps:
01 -
Heat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine Oreo crumbs, butter, and gelatin powder until crumbly, then press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
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Mix softened cream cheese with sugar until creamy. Beat in one egg at a time. Add vanilla, sour cream, and strawberry flavor. Stir in strawberry puree last, if using.
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Pour the mixture on top of the cooled crust. Wrap the bottom of the pan in foil and place it in a water-filled baking pan. Bake 50-55 minutes until the center is mostly firm but slightly wobbles.
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Let the cake come to room temperature. Chill in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
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Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, strawberry flavoring, and a drop of pink coloring (if you want). Spread or drizzle on the cooled cheesecake.
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Combine crushed Golden Oreos, butter, and gelatin powder until blended. Sprinkle this topping over the glaze.
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Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until you get stiff peaks. Pipe pretty swirls around the edge of your cheesecake.
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Cut into pieces and serve chilled. Be sure to store leftovers in the fridge!
# Notes:
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It’s inspired by the classic strawberry shortcake ice cream bars everyone loves.
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For top flavor, consider making it the day before so the taste completely develops.