This Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is a no-bake, crowd-pleasing dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, sweet strawberry topping, and a crunchy Oreo-strawberry crumble. Perfect for parties and potlucks, it combines the best flavors of a classic strawberry crunch ice cream bar in cheesecake form.
For the Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Layer:
2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
For the Strawberry Topping:
1 1/2 cups strawberry pie filling
For the Crunch Topping:
1 cup golden Oreos, crushed
1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish to form the crust. Bake for 8 minutes, then cool completely.
Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth. Fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully incorporated.
Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
Spoon the strawberry pie filling over the cheesecake and spread evenly.
Mix crushed Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter to make the crunch topping. Sprinkle evenly over the strawberry topping.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.
No-Bake Option: Skip baking the crust and press it straight into the dish for a completely no-bake version.
For a twist, use a mix of berry pie fillings or different cookies for the crunch topping.
Best served cold and does not need reheating.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze individual slices for up to 1 month.
Find it online: https://recipesbyjanet.com/strawberry-crunch-cheesecake/