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Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

A deliciously creamy cheesecake topped with a crunchy strawberry layer, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
Strawberry Topping
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crunch Topping
  • 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and then set aside to cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Prepare the Strawberry Topping
  1. In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let it sit for about 15 minutes to release juices.
Make the Crunch Topping
  1. In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and brown sugar until crumbly.
Assemble the Cheesecake
  1. Once the cheesecake has cooled, top it with the strawberry mixture and sprinkle the crunch topping on top.
  2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and chill the cheesecake overnight.

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