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Indulge in Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Delight

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Delight made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries crushed
  • 1/4 cup whipped cream for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Add in sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla, mixing until fully combined.
  5. Fold in fresh strawberry slices gently.
  6. Pour the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crust.
  7. Bake the cheesecake at 325°F for 50-60 minutes.
  8. Let the cheesecake cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
  9. Prepare the crunchy topping by mixing crushed freeze-dried strawberries and whipped cream.
  10. Spread the topping over the set cheesecake just before serving.