Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake 🍓✨

Love the nostalgic taste of strawberry shortcake ice cream bars? This Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is the ultimate no-bake treat! A silky, creamy cheesecake sits atop a buttery vanilla cookie crust, topped with a luscious strawberry glaze and an irresistible crunchy strawberry crumble. Perfect for summer gatherings or whenever you’re craving a sweet, fruity delight!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️

✅ No-bake & effortless – No oven, no water bath, just chill and enjoy!
✅ Dreamy texture – A perfect balance of creamy cheesecake and crispy crunch.
✅ Visually stunning – Gorgeous pink layers that wow at any event.
✅ Make-ahead friendly – Sets beautifully for clean, flawless slices.

Ingredients 🛒

For the Crust:

2 cups (200g) Golden Oreo crumbs (or vanilla wafers)
6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
½ cup (120g) strawberry jam (or purée)

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:

1 cup (100g) crushed Golden Oreos or vanilla wafers
¼ cup (30g) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp sugar

For Garnish (Optional):

Fresh strawberries
Whipped cream

Step-by-Step Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Make the Crust

Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.
Freeze for 15 minutes to set.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gently fold in whipped cream.
Swirl in the strawberry jam (avoid overmixing to keep a marbled effect).

3. Assemble & Chill

Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust.
Mix crushed cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, melted butter, and sugar, then sprinkle over the top.
Chill for at least 6 hours (overnight is ideal for the best texture).

4. Serve & Enjoy!

Garnish with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Slice, serve, and indulge in pure strawberry bliss!

Pro Tips for the Perfect Cheesecake 🔥

✔ Use room-temperature cream cheese for a velvety smooth texture.
✔ Boost the berry flavor with 1-2 drops of strawberry extract.
✔ Shortcut: Swap homemade strawberry jam for store-bought strawberry glaze.
✔ Storage: Keeps fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days (if it lasts that long!).

Serving Suggestions 🍽️

✨ Drizzle with white chocolate – Extra indulgence.
✨ Serve as a birthday cake alternative – A guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
✨ Pair with a glass of sparkling rosé – The ultimate dessert experience.