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    Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

    August 7, 2022 by Chenée Lewis

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    How to make an easy strawberry crunch cheesecake - no bake treat that can be made into lots of strawberry crunch cheesecake recipes: strawberry crunch cheesecake cones, jars, or cheesecake bites!

    a slice of strawberry crunch cheesecake
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    Made with my strawberry crunch topping recipe! And if you like this delicious dessert, try my No Bake Oreo Cheesecake and my Biscoff Cheesecake!

    Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake - No Bake Recipe

    If you like my Strawberry Shortcake Crumble, you'll love this strawberry shortcake cheesecake! It starts with a delicious Golden Oreos crust and layers on a strawberry cheesecake no bake filling made with fresh strawberries.

    Then we'll sprinkle strawberry crunch topping all over the top of the cheesecake to create a delicious outer layer! And check out my Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes for another yummy variation!

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    • Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake - No Bake Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Equipment
    • Instructions
    • Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones Variation
    • More Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipes
    • How to store a strawberry crunch cheesecake?
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    strawberry crunch cheesecake ingredients

    Ingredients

    • Golden Oreos - your cookies should be processed with a food processor or crushed in a Ziploc bag with a rolling pin down to coarse crumbs. You can also use graham crackers for the crust for a different flavor.
    • salted butter - we'll use melted butter in both the Golden Oreo crust and the strawberry crunch topping.
    • cream cheese - your cream cheese should be softened to room temperature. I like to just let it sit out for an hour before I start.
    • powdered sugar - using powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar helps keep that light and fluffy texture that we're going for in this easy strawberry crunch cheesecake recipe.
    • heavy whipping cream - we'll use this to make a whipped cream that we'll fold into the no-bake cheesecake mixture.
    • lemon juice - some fresh lemon juice gives our cream cheese filling a slight tangy flavor. And if you're a lemon lover, definitely check out my Lemon Bars with Graham Cracker Crust!
    • vanilla - it should be the good stuff -- pure vanilla extract. I like to make my own!
    • fresh strawberries - to give our cheesecake that sweet strawberry flavor! And if you love berry desserts, you've got to try my Strawberry Blueberry Pie or my Chocolate Blueberry Cake!
    • strawberry crunch topping - you'll also need to prepare one batch of my easy 3-ingredient strawberry crunch topping. For this, you'll need additional Golden Oreo cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, and salted butter.
    strawberry crunch cheesecake (no bake) cut side view

    Equipment

    You'll definitely need a 9-inch springform pan for this recipe -- I like this one from Nordic Ware. I also recommend some plastic wrap for when your cheesecake is chilling, and some parchment paper to line the pan. You may also want a food processor to crush your strawberry crunch topping and your Golden Oreo crust.

    strawberry crunch cheesecake on a cake stand

    Instructions

    The full instructions are below in the recipe card, but here's the basic gist of the steps for this easy strawberry crunch cheesecake recipe:

    1. The first thing you'll want to do is prep your cookie crust. I just crush the Golden Oreo cookies in a food processor, then add in my melted butter to my crushed cookies and pulse until the mixture comes together.
    2. Then, purée your strawberries with a blender and set them aside in the fridge to chill in an airtight container.
    mixing cream cheese mixture

    3. In a large bowl, mix your cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.

    whipping heavy cream to stiff peaks

    4. Then, in a separate bowl we'll use the whisk attachment of a hand mixer to whip our heavy cream to stiff peaks -- the whipped cream should stick straight up when you lift the beater out the bowl and turn it upright.

    folding cream cheese mixture into whipped cream

    5. Gently fold your whipped cream into your cream cheese mixture -- you'll want to make sure none of the whipped cream deflates while you're combining them.

    adding strawberry puree to cheesecake mixture

    6. Split the mixture in half into two bowls and fold the strawberry puree into one bowl of cheesecake mixture.

    layering strawberry crunch cheesecake

    7. Then it's time to layer your cheesecake -- you can start with the strawberry cheesecake layer or the vanilla, but just layer each one in, smooth it out, and then pop the cheesecake in the freezer with plastic wrap on top -- you'll want to leave it in there for at least 4 hours for best results, to let your cheesecake set.

    adding strawberry crunch topping to cheesecake

    8. Now for the best part: we're going to sprinkle all our crunchy strawberry shortcake crumbles onto our creamy cheesecake filling! You'll want to coat the top of your cheesecake and the sides, but be careful for any stray crumbs!

    Then, you can serve your no bake strawberry crunch cheesecake immediately, or pop it back in the fridge until it's time to enjoy!

    Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones Variation

    This twist is reminiscent of the classic Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bar! Just layer your strawberry cheesecake filling into sugar cones and layer in fresh strawberries if you like! Then, top with strawberry crunch topping and some whipped cream!

    close up of strawberry crunch cheesecake

    More Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Recipes

    • Make strawberry crunch cheesecake bites using a cupcake pan or silicone cupcake liners.
    • Layer your Golden Oreo crumbles and cheesecake fillings in 8-ounce mason jars to make grab-and-go strawberry crunch cheesecake jars!
    • You can also save time by pouring the cream cheese filling recipe into a pre-made 10-inch graham cracker pie crust!
    • Or you can even add a twist to this recipe with fresh and freeze-dried blueberries or raspberries!

    Enjoy this strawberry cheesecake recipe with a Strawberry Gin Smash! And if you like this recipe, check out my Cheesecake Mousse Cups -- perfect for a serving guests!

    strawberry crunch cheesecake - no bake recipe on a cake stand

    How to store a strawberry crunch cheesecake?

    Store your leftover strawberry crunch cheesecake in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Serve straight from the freezer or if needed, let thaw 10-15 minutes before slicing.

    Top Tip

    Make sure you give your cheesecake plenty of time to set -- because it's a no-bake recipe, the cream cheese filling will be very soft if you take it out of the freezer early. I like to let this cheesecake sit overnight before serving.

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    a slice of strawberry crunch cheesecake

    Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake - No Bake Recipe

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    How to make an easy strawberry crunch cheesecake - no bake treat that can be made into lots of strawberry crunch cheesecake recipes: strawberry crunch cheesecake cones, jars, or cheesecake bites!
    Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Chilling Time: 4 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine :American
    Servings: 18 slices
    Calories: 471kcal
    Recipe Source: Chenée Lewis

    Equipment you may need

    • measuring cups and spoons
    • mixing bowls
    • whisk
    • rubber spatula
    • hand mixer
    • food scale
    • stand mixer
    • food processor
    • 9-inch springform pan

    Ingredients

    • 24 Golden Oreo cookies
    • 4 tablespoon salted butter - melted
    • 24 ounces cream cheese - 3 packages, room temp
    • 2 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1 cup fresh strawberries - puréed in a blender or food processor
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 ½ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 batch strawberry shortcake crumble
    Makes: 9inch0 x 0inch round, 3inch height

    Instructions

    • To make crust, crush Golden Oreos in a food processor or in a ziploc bag with a rolling pin.
    • Add melted butter and combine until well saturated.
    • Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray, then press in crust mixture evenly around the bottom and one inch up the sides of the pan. Place in freezer while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
    • To make filling, combine softened cream cheese, vanilla, lemon juice, and powdered sugar and mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
    • In a separate bowl, beat whipped cream with the whisk attachment of a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.
    • Divide mixture in two and removing half to another bowl and set aside.
    • Add puréed strawberries to the first half of the cheesecake mixture and fold gently until combined.
    • Pour the strawberry half of the cheesecake filling into cookie crust and smooth to even. Layer on the other half of the cheesecake filling and smooth the top.
    • Cover cheesecake with plastic wrap and place in freezer for at least 4-5 hours or overnight.
    • Remove from freezer and remove cheesecake from springform pan. Coat top and sides of cheesecake with strawberry crumb topping. Return to freezer until ready to serve - if needed, allow to thaw 10-15 minutes before serving to make slicing easier.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 slice | Calories: 471 kcal | Carbohydrates: 46 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 31 g | Saturated Fat: 15 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9 g | Trans Fat: 0.1 g | Cholesterol: 67 mg | Sodium: 300 mg | Potassium: 120 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 31 g | Vitamin A: 878 IU | Vitamin C: 5 mg | Calcium: 63 mg | Iron: 1 mg
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    FAQ

    What is strawberry crunch made of?

    If you're in the mood for a strawberry crunch cheesecake recipe, you may wonder what are Strawberry Shortcake crumbles made of? You're in luck! My strawberry crunch topping recipe is so easy and made with only three ingredients: freeze-dried strawberries, melted butter, and Golden Oreos!

    How to prevent cheesecake from cracking?

    Luckily, this is a strawberry crunch cheesecake is no bake, so it doesn't present many of the challenges of a traditional baked cheesecake. Whereas a baked cheesecake risks cracking in the oven as it heats, this no bake strawberry crunch cheesecake will stay smooth, creamy, and fluffy!

    How long will cheesecake last in the fridge?

    Leftover cheesecake will last for up to 3-4 days in the fridge, well-covered in an airtight container.

    Last Updated on March 29, 2025 by Chenée Lewis

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    1. Susan Robichaud says

      June 01, 2025 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      This recipe was a big hit! Five stars!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        June 02, 2025 at 1:37 pm

        Yay! That's so great to hear Susan!

        Reply
    2. Kim Sell-Shemansky says

      April 22, 2025 at 6:18 pm

      This was the best cheesecake I have ever eaten. I made this Sunday for Easter and it was all the rave. Definitely recommend this recipe and thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        April 30, 2025 at 12:46 pm

        Thanks so much Kim!

        Reply
    3. Debi says

      March 24, 2025 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      This was a hit with my Guinea pigs (immediate family) so much that I’m making it again to the extended family coming this weekend! Thank you for a simple yet delicious dessert!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        April 03, 2025 at 11:51 am

        You're so welcome! Glad the guinea pigs liked it!

        Reply
    4. Lisa Travis says

      February 17, 2025 at 6:10 pm

      Can you sub graham cracker crumbs for the golden Oreos?

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        February 18, 2025 at 2:21 pm

        I haven't tried that, but I don't think so because the cream filling in the Oreos helps hold the mixture together.

        Reply
    5. Torie says

      October 16, 2024 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      This was a HUGE hit! Instructions were easy to follow and the result was amazing. Wish I could post a pic!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        October 16, 2024 at 11:53 am

        So glad you liked it Torie!! Feel free to send me a pic on Instagram 🙂

        Reply
    6. Dina and Bruce says

      July 21, 2024 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      This was pure heaven. Growing up, the strawberry shortcake icecream bar was my favorite. Now this cheesecake is my fav!

      Reply
    7. Vicky says

      July 21, 2024 at 3:37 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this strawberry crunch cheesecake, and it's a dream come true! The creamy cheesecake, sweet strawberries, and crunchy topping make for a yummy combination!

      Reply
    8. Janie says

      July 21, 2024 at 12:20 pm

      5 stars
      One of my favorite dessert flavors turned into a cheesecake? I loved how this was a no bake dessert and was easy to make. I think I had more than one slice!

      Reply
    9. suja md says

      July 21, 2024 at 12:05 pm

      5 stars
      This looks amazing and such a treat! Thank you!

      Reply
    10. Michele Travis says

      May 26, 2024 at 3:23 pm

      5 stars
      I am very excited to make this. We grow fresh strawberries, and they taste wonderful. We grow more strawberries, each year, and are starting to give them to neighbors.

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        May 27, 2024 at 12:23 pm

        Wonderful! I hope you love it!

        Reply
    11. Denise says

      March 25, 2024 at 11:50 am

      Your recipe steps say to put in fridge but the printable instructions say to freeze. Which is correct?

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis says

        March 25, 2024 at 6:10 pm

        Freezing is correct -- I'll edit the post. Thanks for the heads up!

        Reply
    12. Sky says

      February 03, 2024 at 1:55 pm

      I took your recommendation and let the cheesecake sit overnight. It turned out perfect! I love the strawberry crunch topping!

      Reply
    13. Jill says

      February 03, 2024 at 12:39 pm

      5 stars
      I want to grab a slice through the screen. Going to make it for my daughter's birthday party. Can't wait!

      Reply
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