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Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake: A Dreamy Dessert Delight

This Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake is a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and fruity strawberry shortcake, perfect for gatherings or treating yourself.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can substitute with crushed Golden Oreos.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Adjust to taste if using sweeter alternatives.
  • ½ cup Melted Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz Cream Cheese Can use Greek yogurt or vegan cream cheese for a lighter variant.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Full-fat preferred for richness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure for better taste.
  • 3 Eggs Ensure they are room temperature for best mixing.
For the Strawberry Layer
  • 1 cup Strawberry Jell-O Can use homemade strawberry purée for a natural alternative.
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping Substitute with whipped heavy cream for a richer texture.
  • 2 cups Chopped Strawberries Use seasonal strawberries for best taste.
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a non-dairy option.
  • ¼ cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
For the Crumble Topping
  • to taste Golden Oreos Any vanilla cookie can be used as a replacement.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well incorporated. Press the mixture into the bottom of your springform pan to create an even layer. Bake for about 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  3. Using a stand mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until smooth and creamy (3-4 minutes). Add sour cream and vanilla, mixing until combined. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
  4. Pour the creamy filling over your cooled crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until slightly wobbly in the center. Let cool to room temperature.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) to allow the cheesecake to set.
  6. Dissolve the strawberry Jell-O powder in boiling water; add cold water and refrigerate until slightly thickened (20-30 minutes).
  7. Gently fold in the whipped topping and chopped strawberries into the Jell-O mixture.
  8. Spread the strawberry mixture evenly over the top of the chilled cheesecake and return to the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes.
  9. Beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  10. Spread the whipped cream over the strawberry layer gently and sprinkle the crumble topping on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a creamy texture. Let cheesecake chill overnight to deepen flavors.

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