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    Broken Oven Baking » Recipes » Cakes & Cupcakes

    No Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

    Published: May 8, 2022 · Modified: May 8, 2022 by Kayla Burton · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    This Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake will bring you right back to eating your favorite ice cream bar from the ice cream truck! It has a creamy cheesecake filling topped with a strawberry puree and that iconic strawberry crumble. It's no bake, so even on the hottest days of summer, you won't need to turn on your oven to create a show-stopping, nostalgic treat!

    Top view of a no bake strawberry crunch cheesecake.

    Why We Love This Recipe

    • The golden Oreo crust is a unique spin on the classic graham crackers.
    • It uses fresh and freeze dried strawberries for extra sweet strawberry flavor.
    • The best part of this no bake strawberry cheesecake is that it doesn't require the stove or the oven, so it's perfect to make on a hot day or any special occasion!

    Looking for more delicious cheesecake recipes?

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    • Why We Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions & Variations
    • Equipment
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Storage
    • More Strawberry Desserts You'll Love
    • 📖 Recipe

    Ingredients

    Ingredients needed to make no bake strawberry crunch cheesecake.
    • Golden Oreos (or other vanilla creme-filled sandwich cookies)
    • Freeze-dried strawberries
    • Unsalted butter
    • Fresh strawberries (or frozen)
    • Cornstarch
    • Granulated sugar
    • Heavy whipping cream
    • Cream cheese
    • Sour cream
    • Lemon juice
    • Vanilla extract

    See recipe card below for quantities.

    Substitutions & Variations

    • Turn this easy strawberry cheesecake into a blueberry or raspberry version by using the same cream cheese filling and swapping out the fresh and freeze dried strawberries for the other berries.
    • Try a chocolate strawberry crunch ice cream cake by swapping out the golden Oreos for traditional chocolate Oreos and drizzle chocolate sauce over the top of your cheesecake.

    This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

    Equipment

    This easy strawberry crunch cheesecake requires a few special tools.

    • Food processor (or a large Ziploc bag and rolling pin)
    • 9" springform pan
    • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
    • Rubber spatula

    Step by Step Instructions

    Strawberry Golden Oreo crust in a food processor.

    Step 1: To make the crust, place the Golden Oreos and freeze dried strawberries in a food processor and pulse until the mixture is finely ground. Remove about ¼ of the mixture and set aside in a small bowl for the strawberry crunch topping. Add melted butter to the remaining crumbs and pulse until the texture of wet sand.

    Pressing strawberry Oreo crust into a springform pan.

    Step 2: Press the the crust mixture into the bottom of the springform pan and press into the base using the bottom of a glass and/or your hands. Freeze the crust while making the cheesecake filling.

    Heavy whipping cream whipped to stiff peaks.

    Step 3: In a medium-size bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. This is when you lift the whisk and the peak holds its shape.

    Cream cheese mixture in a bowl.

    Step 4: In the bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a large bowl with a hand mixer, mix the cream cheese until smooth. Then add the sour cream, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sugar and mix to combine. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed to incorporate all ingredients.

    Folding whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.

    Step 5: Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, scraping the bottom of the bowl to ensure it is fully combined. Be careful not to mix too much as you don't want the whipped cream to deflate.

    Spreading no bake cheesecake filling on a strawberry Golden Oreo crust.

    Step 6: Spread cheesecake mixture on top of the frozen crust in an even layer and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Meanwhile, make the strawberry topping.

    Strawberry sauce in a food processor.

    Step 7: Heat strawberries in the microwave until they're warm and mushy (about 1 minute, or longer if using frozen strawberries), then pulse in the food processor until smooth. Or, if you prefer heating them over the stove you can do so in a small saucepan over low heat while stirring constantly. Add sugar and cornstarch and pulse to combine.

    No bake cheesecake with Golden Oreos and strawberry sauce.

    Step 8: Spread a thin layer of cooled strawberry sauce on top of the cheesecake. Chill for a few hours and then sprinkle with the strawberry crunch set aside in Step 1 when you're ready to enjoy!

    Expert Tips

    Tip #1 - If you don't have a food processor, place the Golden Oreos in a large Ziploc bag, pressing out the excess air when you zip it closed. Using a rolling pin, crush the Oreos until they reach your desired consistency.

    Tip #2 - You can usually find freeze dried strawberries in the dried fruit section of your local grocery store, or you can easily order them online.

    Recipe FAQs

    What is strawberry crunch made of?

    Strawberry crunch is made of crushed Golden Oreos, freeze dried strawberries, and melted butter. You can use this addicting crunchy strawberry topping on ice cream or yogurt, too.

    How long does cheesecake take to set in the fridge?

    This cheesecake batter will take at least 2 hours to set in the fridge. You can make the cheesecake through Step 6 and refrigerate overnight, adding the toppings the next day for best results. It can also be kept in the freezer for a more firm cheesecake.

    A slice of strawberry crunch cheesecake with a bite taken out.

    Storage

    Room Temperature: This dessert should not be stored at room temperature.

    Refrigerator: Store cheesecake without the strawberry crunch topping in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, then sprinkle the crunch topping when ready to serve. The strawberry crunch cheesecake with toppings is best stored for up to 3 days.

    Freezer: Make cheesecake through Step 6, then cover in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 1 month. When ready to serve, place frozen cheesecake in the refrigerator overnight and finish with Steps 7 and 8.

    More Strawberry Desserts You'll Love

    • Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins
    • Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
    • Mini Strawberry Rhubarb Galettes
    • Strawberries and Cream Crepe Cake

    Did you try this recipe? I'd love to see it! Tag @brokenovenbaking on Instagram & Facebook and leave a ⭐️ review below!

    📖 Recipe

    No Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

    Kayla Burton
    This easy no bake cheesecake is a refreshing fruity dessert with a strawberry crunch crust made of Golden Oreos and strawberry sauce on top!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Chill Time 2 hrs 30 mins
    Total Time 3 hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 slices
    Calories 443 kcal

    Equipment

    • 9 inch springform pan
    • Food Processor
    • Hand mixer or stand mixer with paddle attachment recommended
    • Mixing bowls
    • Measuring spoons
    • Scale/measuring cups
    • Spatula

    Ingredients
     
     

    Strawberry Crunch Crust

    • 36 whole vanilla creme-filled sandwich cookies like Golden Oreos
    • ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries
    • 5-6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled

    No Bake Cheesecake

    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
    • 24 ounces cream cheese room temperature
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

    Strawberry Sauce

    • 1½ cups strawberries chopped, fresh or frozen
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar

    Instructions
     

    Strawberry Crunch Crust

    • In a food processor, chop the sandwich cookies and freeze-dried strawberries. Remove and set aside about ¼-⅓ of the mixture (for topping the finished cheesecake). Add 5-6 tablespoons of melted butter to the crust in the food processor and pulse until it's a gravel-like texture.
    • Press the crust into the bottom and up the side of a 9-inch springform pan using the bottom of a glass and/or your hands. Place the crust in the freezer while making the cheesecake filling.

    No Bake Cheesecake

    • In a medium bowl, whisk the heavy whipping cream until it reaches stiff peaks (this is when it holds its shape when you lift the whisk).
    • In a large bowl, stir the cream cheese until it's smooth. Mix in the sour cream, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla really well.
      Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is incorporated.
    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture just until combined.
    • Spread the cheesecake filling evenly onto the frozen crust. Refrigerate while making the strawberry sauce.

    Strawberry Sauce

    • Heat the strawberries until they're warm and mushy, then pulse them in a food processor. Add the cornstarch and sugar and pulse for 10-20 seconds. Let it cool.
    • Once the sauce is cool, spread it over the cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight). Sprinkle the remaining strawberry cookie crumbs on top before serving.

    Notes

    Storage: Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or slice and freeze for up to 1 month.
    Nutrition: The provided nutrition information is an estimate, the calorie accuracy is not guaranteed.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 443kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 198mgPotassium: 265mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 1260IUVitamin C: 132mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Vanessa says

      May 31, 2022 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      This No-bake cheesecake is soooo delicious and easy to do! I love the strawberry flavor enhanced by the freeze dried strawberries in the crust and topping! (I added more freeze dried strawberries for the topping and chef kiss!).

      I really like that the crust was crumbly when eating and not too hard like most cheesecakes. In this cheesecake it hold well to scoop but crumbles nicely once eaten!
      Also leave it in the fridge overnight! I made the mistake of removing it the night of and it wasn't firm enough. I added the toping too and was worried it would be ruined but it wasn't! I just added more topping and a strawberry to my slice.
      It was hit with all my family members!
      Beautiful and easy and delicious. Thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Kayla says

        June 03, 2022 at 3:45 pm

        Thank you so much for trying my recipe and sharing how it turned out!! I'm thrilled that you and your family enjoyed it! 🙂

        Reply

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