Description
A creamy, crunchy, and refreshing dessert with a graham cracker crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and a vibrant strawberry-Oreo topping. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
1 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
½ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
Fresh strawberries (for garnish)
1 cup agave syrup or maple syrup (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it thoroughly.
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar for the crust. Press into the pan. Chill for 15 minutes.
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Add room-temperature eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed.
Fold in cornstarch and sour cream until fully combined.
Pour batter into the chilled crust and smooth the surface.
Place the pan in a water bath (bake in a larger pan filled with hot water) to prevent cracks.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 65 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
Spray 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries and crushed Oreos with egg white, then press into granulated sugar mixture to form a crumb topping.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the cheesecake.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 7 hours.
Garnish with fresh strawberries and optional syrup before serving.
Notes
Use vegan butter for a dairy-free crust.
Chill the crust before baking to avoid crumbling.
Freeze-dried strawberries without natural oils ensure dietary compliance.
Add maple syrup last to avoid dampening the topping.
Protect the top with baking paper during water bath if desired.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 65
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (8.3%) of cheesecake
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 90g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
