Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake – prepare this easy, no-bake recipe for BBQs, holidays or parties and it’ll be a huge hit!!! Graham cracker crust, creamy, smooth cheesecake filling, strawberry sauce and strawberry crunch topping with whipped topping and fresh strawberries on top make this delicious dessert.
Why do I like Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake? I like easy, no-bake recipes and I also like creamy- crunchy combinations in desserts. I love strawberries and desserts made with them. It’s a perfect summer dessert, cold, creamy and refreshing. Strawberry fans will love this recipe! I’m sure you’ll save it and often prepare it.
Necessary ingredients:
- graham crackers
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- full fat cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- sour cream
- vanilla extract
- lemon juice
- heavy whipping cream
- Fresh strawberries
- Golden Oreo cookies
- strawberry Jell-O mix
The amount of ingredients and preparation details are in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
How to prepare Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake?
Step 1. Make graham cracker crust. It’s easy and there’s no baking. Press it to the bottom and the sides of a 9 inch springform pan.
Step 2. Make cheesecake filling using an electric mixer, it’s quick and easy without baking, with only a few ingredients.
Step 3. Spread the cheesecake filling over the crust, wrap it and chill.
Step 4. Make strawberry sauce and then blend it in a blender and keep in the fridge until serving.
Step 5. Make strawberry crunch, it’s quick and easy with only 3 ingredients. Here HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY CRUNCH you can find a detailed description of how to prepare it, with photos and the quantity of ingredients.
Step 6. Assemble the cheesecake. Spread the strawberry sauce over the cheesecake and then sprinkle with strawberry crunch.
Step 7. Top with whipped topping and fresh strawberries.
Tips and tricks for preparing a perfect Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake:
Use softened cream cheese, room temperature in order to whip it quickly and easily with no lumps.
Heavy whipping cream should be very cold, so that you can get stiff peaks.
Use a sieve to strain the strawberry sauce for a smooth texture.
Choose fresh and ripe strawberries for a better taste of the sauce.
Cool the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, possibly overnight (12 hours is perfect).
Can I prepare this dessert ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare it 2-3 days ahead. Keep strawberry sauce and strawberry topping in separate containers and add to the cheesecake on the day of serving, so that the crunch remains crispy.
How to store it? Wrap it and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Can I freeze it? Yes, you can freeze it for up to 2 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight.
Cheesecake is one of my favorite desserts. There are many cheesecake recipes on our blog and you can find them here CHEESECAKE AND PIE. If you like cheesecakes and no bake recipes you can also try to make this CLASSIC WOOLWORTH CHEESECAKE from a famous blogger.
Fresh strawberry season is the perfect time to prepare this incredible dessert. If you like this recipe, make sure to check STRAWBERRY CRUNCH CHEESECAKE TACOS. ⇓ ⇓
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake - prepare this easy, no-bake recipe for BBQs, holidays or parties and it’ll be a huge hit!!! Graham cracker crust, creamy, smooth cheesecake filling, strawberry sauce and strawberry crunch topping with whipped topping and fresh strawberries on top make this delicious dessert.
Ingredients
CRUST:
- 2 cups graham cracker crust
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
CHEESECAKE FILLING:
- 24 ounces full fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
STRAWBERRY SAUCE:
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
STRAWBERRY CRUNCH:
- 23 golden Oreo cookies
- 1 (3 ounces) strawberry Jell-O
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
GARNISH:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- fresh strawberries
Instructions
TO MAKE THE CRUST:
- Line both bottom and sides of a springform pan with parchment paper. Set aside. In a medium sized bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Press to the bottom and the sides of the prepared springform pan. Cool it while preparing the cheesecake filling.
TO MAKE THE CHEESECAKE FILLING:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together on medium speed until creamy and smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula if necessary.
- Add sour cream, freshly squeezed lemon juice and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then add the whipped cream to the bowl with the cream cheese and fold to combine. Use a flexible spatula or a mixer on low speed.
- Spread the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust and smooth the top. wrap it and chill for 6 hours, possibly overnight.
TO MAKE THE STRAWBERRY SAUCE:
- In a medium bowl, combine strawberries, sugar and lemon juice, then heat over medium heat until boiling, stirring from time to time until the sauce thickens and strawberries become soft.
- Remove from heat when done and mash with a potato masher or blend in a blender. For a smoother texture, strain through a sieve. (this is optional). Place in a glass container and leave in the fridge.
TO MAKE THE STRAWBERRY CRUNCH:
- For strawberry crunch there is a special post with photos and details for preparation. Click here HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY CRUNCH to check it out.
TO ASSEMBLE THE CHEESECAKE:
- On the day of serving, spread the strawberry sauce over the cheesecake and then generously sprinkle with strawberry crunch.
- Decorate with whipped topping and fresh strawberries.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese, room temperature in order to whip it quickly and easily with no lumps.
- Heavy whipping cream should be very cold, so that you can get stiff peaks.
- Use a sieve to strain the strawberry sauce for a smooth texture.
- Choose fresh and ripe strawberries for a better taste of the sauce.
- Cool the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, possibly overnight (12 hours is perfect).
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 1254Total Fat: 93gSaturated Fat: 49gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 37gCholesterol: 212mgSodium: 692mgCarbohydrates: 98gFiber: 3gSugar: 58gProtein: 13g