Description
Creamy strawberry crunch pink cheesecake blends sweet berry notes with crunchy cookie layers, creating a dessert that dances between smooth and crisp textures. Dessert enthusiasts will savor each delightful bite of this elegant, pink-hued masterpiece that promises pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Crunch Pink Cheesecake Ingredients
Crust:
- 1.5 cups crushed graham crackers
- 0.25 cup (4 tablespoons) melted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup (4 tablespoons) strawberry puree
- 1 tablespoon strawberry Jell-O powder
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Topping and Drizzle:
- 10 Golden Oreos, crushed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons strawberry Jell-O powder
- 0.5 cup (8 tablespoons) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry puree
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Craft a delectable graham cracker foundation by pulverizing crackers and blending with melted butter and brown sugar. Compress the mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even base. Roast at 325F for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- Create a velvety cheesecake filling by whipping cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth. Gently incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration after each addition. Fold in vanilla, sour cream, strawberry puree, Jell-O powder, and flour until perfectly harmonized.
- Carefully transfer the luscious batter onto the cooled crust. Encase the pan with aluminum foil and situate within a water bath to prevent surface cracking. Bake at 325F for 60-70 minutes, watching for a slightly trembling center that indicates perfect doneness.
- Allow the cheesecake to rest in the oven with the door slightly ajar for one hour after turning off heat. Refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal texture.
- Develop a crunchy topping by pulverizing Golden Oreos and mixing with melted butter and strawberry Jell-O powder until achieving a crumbly consistency.
- Craft a vibrant strawberry drizzle by whisking powdered sugar with strawberry puree and milk until achieving a smooth, glossy finish.
- Finalize the dessert by generously sprinkling the strawberry crunch mixture across the cheesecake’s surface. Elegantly drizzle the strawberry glaze for an exquisite visual and flavor enhancement.
Notes
- Wrap the springform pan tightly in aluminum foil to keep water out and use a water bath for even, gentle baking that prevents surface cracks.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature and beat until ultra-smooth to avoid lumpy cheesecake texture.
- Adjust sugar levels by tasting strawberry puree first, as different strawberries have varying natural sweetness.
- Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free cookie crumbs and check Jell-O powder for gluten content to create a celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg