Ingredients
→ Graham Cracker Base
2 tbsp brown sugar
¼ cup melted butter
1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
→ Creamy Strawberry Filling
3 large eggs
¼ cup strawberry puree (or preserves)
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp strawberry Jell-O powder (for an added pop of color and flavor)
→ Crunchy Strawberry Topping
2 tbsp melted butter
10 Golden Oreos, crushed
2 tbsp strawberry Jell-O powder
→ Sweet Strawberry Drizzle
1 tbsp milk
2 tbsp strawberry puree
½ cup powdered sugar
Steps
Set your oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham crackers, melted butter, and brown sugar in a bowl until evenly mixed. Press the mix into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for about 10 minutes. Once done, allow it to cool completely.
Start by beating the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and lump-free. Add the eggs one by one, blending after each one. Mix in the sour cream, vanilla, strawberry puree, strawberry Jell-O powder, and finally, the flour until everything is smooth.
Pour the cheesecake filling on top of the cooled crust. Wrap the bottom of the pan with foil and place it into a larger dish filled with water (to avoid cracks). Bake it at 325°F for 60-70 minutes. The center should be set but still have a bit of wobble. Let it sit in the oven with the door open for an hour before moving it to the fridge. Chill for at least 4 hours or leave it overnight.
In a bowl, combine crushed Golden Oreos with the melted butter and strawberry Jell-O powder. Stir until everything sticks together in little crumbs.
In a small bowl, stir together powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry puree until you get a smooth, flowy consistency.
Sprinkle the crunchy topping generously across the top of the cheesecake. For a finishing touch, drizzle on the strawberry glaze.
Tips
- This dessert takes inspiration from strawberry shortcake ice cream bars.
- A water bath keeps the texture perfect while stopping cracks from forming.
Required Tools
- 9-inch springform pan
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Aluminum foil
- A large baking pan for the water bath
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Blender or food processor (to make strawberry puree)