Description
A stunning no-bake (or optionally partially baked) dessert featuring creamy cheesecake layers, sweet strawberry flavor, and a nostalgic strawberry crunch cookie topping. It’s the perfect mix of smooth, fruity, and crispy textures.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed golden sandwich cookies (like Golden Oreos)
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or whipped topping
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or 1/3 cup condensed milk
- 1 packet strawberry gelatin or 1/2 cup strawberry puree
- Optional: fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Mix crushed cookies and freeze-dried strawberries with melted butter to form the crust. Press into a springform pan and chill.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla and sour cream or whipped topping.
- Fold in heavy cream or beat until thick and smooth.
- Divide the filling in half. Mix strawberry gelatin or puree into one half.
- Spread the plain cheesecake layer over the crust, then top with the strawberry layer.
- Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
- Before serving, top with a mix of crushed cookies and freeze-dried strawberries and garnish with fresh strawberries.
Notes
- Use chocolate cookies or other berries for a twist.
- Bake crust at 350°F for 10 minutes if desired for extra firmness.
- Clean knife between slices for neat presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
