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Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe

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Indulge in this Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake recipe, a dessert bursting with strawberry flavor and a delightful crunch. The creamy cheesecake filling pairs perfectly with the buttery crust and crunchy topping, creating a crowd-pleasing treat for all occasions. With fresh ingredients and a blend of strawberry and cream cheese flavors, this dessert is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • Crust:

    • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • ½ cup melted butter

  • Cheesecake Filling:

    • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 3 large eggs
    • ¼ cup sour cream

  • Strawberry Crunch Topping:

    • 1 ½ cups freeze-dried strawberries
    • 1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
    • ¼ cup melted butter

Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating between additions. Fold in sour cream.
  • Bake the Cheesecake: Pour filling into the crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is set. Cool completely.
  • Add Strawberry Crunch Topping: Crush freeze-dried strawberries and mix with vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle on top of the cooled cheesecake.
  • Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • For a deeper strawberry flavor, add a strawberry sauce layer between the filling and crunch topping.
  • For best results, use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother filling.

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