Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
A delightful fusion of cheesecake and strawberry shortcake, this dessert is sure to impress your guests with its creamy texture and fruity flavor.
Ingredients
Bottom Crust
- 22 pieces Golden Oreos, crushed
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
Filling
- 4 packages 8-ounce packages of 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
- 1 jar Smucker's strawberry ice cream topping
Topping
- 12 pieces Golden Oreos, crushed (divided) Split into two bowls for topping.
- 1 1/2 teaspoons softened butter
- 3 tablespoons strawberry gelatin Use from a small package.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your 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.
Create the Bottom Crust
- Crush the Golden Oreos and combine them with the melted butter.
- Press this Oreo and butter mixture into the bottom of your prepared springform pan, creating a solid crust.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, place one 8-ounce package of cream cheese, 1/3 cup of sugar, and the cornstarch.
- Beat with an electric mixer on low until creamy (about 3 minutes), then add the remaining 3 packages of cream cheese.
- Increase to high and beat in the remaining 1 1/3 cups of sugar, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Blend in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Finally, blend in the heavy cream, being careful not to overmix.
Assemble the Cheesecake
- Gently spoon half of the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crust.
- Spoon dollops of half of the jar of strawberry topping and swirl with a butter knife.
- Add the other half of the batter and repeat the strawberry topping process.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour or until the cheesecake jiggles slightly when shaken.
Prepare the Crumb Topping
- Pulse remaining Golden Oreos into large crumbs in a small bowl or food processor.
- Mix with the softened butter until crumbly, setting aside 2 tablespoons.
- Pour the strawberry gelatin over the crumbs and mix until combined.
Notes
This cheesecake can be topped with various fruits. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage. A store-bought Oreo crust can be used for convenience.