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Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipe

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Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is a decadent layered dessert that features a crunchy honey graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling surrounding a moist strawberry cake center, all topped with luscious white chocolate ganache, a strawberry crunch crumble, and a drizzle of fresh strawberry glaze. This recipe combines textures and flavors for a show-stopping strawberry lover’s treat.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 2 packs of honey graham crackers, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 3 (8 oz) blocks of cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup sugar (to mix with cornstarch)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Cake Center:

  • 1 premade or boxed strawberry cake (baked and leveled to fit)

Topping:

  • White chocolate ganache (melted white chocolate + warm cream)
  • Strawberry crunch crumble (vanilla cookies + strawberry Jello powder + butter)
  • Strawberry glaze or sauce for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden. Allow it to cool completely before adding filling.
  2. Create the Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat one block of cream cheese together with cornstarch and 1/3 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the remaining two blocks of cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and beat until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overmixing. Finally, incorporate the heavy cream and beat the mixture until creamy and lump-free.
  3. Insert the Strawberry Cake: Trim the baked strawberry cake layer so that it fits snugly inside the springform pan. Pour a thin layer of cheesecake batter over the crust. Carefully place the strawberry cake layer on top of this batter layer. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the strawberry cake and smooth the top evenly.
  4. Bake Low and Slow: Wrap the springform pan in aluminum foil completely to prevent water from seeping in. Place the pan into a large baking dish and fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the pan to create a water bath. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 1 hour and 20–30 minutes, or until the center of the cheesecake jiggles slightly when the pan is gently shaken. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the oven door cracked open for an additional hour to set gradually.
  5. Chill Completely: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Then cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight. This chilling step helps deepen the flavors and achieve the perfect creamy texture.
  6. Add the Finishing Touches: Once chilled, pour the white chocolate ganache evenly over the top of the cheesecake and spread gently. Sprinkle the strawberry crunch crumble generously over the ganache, pressing lightly to help it adhere. Drizzle the strawberry glaze or sauce artistically on top and refrigerate again for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to prevent lumps in the cheesecake filling.
  • Use a water bath to prevent cracks and ensure even baking of the cheesecake.
  • Chilling overnight improves texture and flavor intensity.
  • For best results, use a springform pan to easily release the cheesecake.
  • Strawberry crunch crumble can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container.
  • When folding in eggs, avoid overmixing to keep the cheesecake smooth and velvety.
  • If white chocolate ganache thickens before use, gently rewarm it over a double boiler.

Keywords: strawberry cheesecake, layered cheesecake, graham cracker crust, white chocolate ganache, strawberry cake, dessert recipe

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