Indulge in the luscious fusion of two classic desserts with our Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake recipe. This delightful treat combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the sweet, fruity goodness of strawberry shortcake. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a decadent dessert, this recipe promises to elevate your dessert game. Let’s embark on a culinary adventure to create this indulgent Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake.
Ingredients:
Bottom Crust:
- 22 Golden Oreos, crushed
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
Filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese
- 1 2/3 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- Jar of Smucker’s strawberry ice cream topping
Topping:
- 12 Golden Oreos, crushed & divided into 2 bowls (one for plain Oreo topping, one for strawberry ones)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons softened butter
- 3 tablespoons from a small package of strawberry gelatin
Directions:
- Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line the outer perimeter of your springform pan with aluminum foil and generously apply butter to the inside to prevent sticking. - Crust:
Crush the Golden Oreos, incorporate melted butter, and press into the bottom of your springform pan. - Filling:
- In a large bowl, place one 8-ounce package of cream cheese, 1/3 cup sugar, and cornstarch. Beat with an electric mixer on low until creamy.
- Beat in the remaining 3 packages of cream cheese. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat in the remaining sugar, then beat in the vanilla.
- Blend in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Blend in heavy cream.
- Spoon 1/2 of the cheese filling on top of the crust. Spoon half the jar of strawberry topping, drag a butterknife through to marbleize.
- Spoon the remaining batter and repeat the strawberry process on top. Bake for 1 hour or until slightly jiggly.
- Crumb Topping:
- In a small bowl or food processor, add 12 Golden Oreos and pulse into large crumbs.
- Add softened butter and mix gently to make pea-sized pieces stick together.
- Set aside 2 tablespoons of plain crumbs. Pour strawberry jello powder over the remaining crumbs and continue pinching the pieces together.
Tips:
- Use high-quality cream cheese for a smoother texture in the filling.
- Be cautious not to overmix the batter; mix until just blended to avoid overworking.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to the filling.
- Experiment with different flavored gelatins for unique crumb toppings.
Conclusion:
Savor the divine combination of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberry shortcake with our Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake. The velvety texture of the cheesecake, paired with the fruity goodness of strawberries, creates a dessert experience that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Share this delightful creation with friends and family or treat yourself to a moment of dessert bliss.