If you love creamy cheesecake with a fruity, crunchy twist, Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is your dream dessert. It combines a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, fresh strawberry layers, and a sweet, crispy topping — creating a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or special occasions!
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Rich, creamy cheesecake filling
Fresh strawberry flavor with natural sweetness
Crunchy topping adds texture contrast
Eye-catching dessert perfect for entertaining
🛒 Ingredients
For the Crust:
1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
For the Strawberry Layer:
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp lemon juice
For the Crunchy Topping:
½ cup crushed graham crackers
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp brown sugar
Optional: chopped nuts
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Strawberry Layer
Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
Let sit for 15–20 minutes to release juices.
3️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add sugar and vanilla, mix well.
Add eggs one at a time, then fold in sour cream.
Pour half of the filling over the crust.
4️⃣ Layer the Strawberries
Spread the strawberries evenly over the cheesecake filling.
Pour the remaining filling on top, smoothing the surface.
5️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake
Bake 50–60 minutes until edges are set but center slightly jiggles.
Turn off oven, crack door open, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
6️⃣ Prepare the Crunchy Topping
Mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, brown sugar, and nuts if using.
Sprinkle over chilled cheesecake before serving.
🍓 Serving Suggestions
Drizzle with strawberry sauce or fresh strawberry slices
Add whipped cream for extra indulgence
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert
💡 Pro Tips
Use room-temperature cream cheese for smooth filling.
Avoid overmixing after adding eggs to prevent cracking.
Chill fully before slicing for clean, beautiful portions.
For extra crunch, toast the topping lightly before adding.
🧊 Storage
Store in the refrigerator up to 5 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.
✨ Final Bite
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake delivers creamy, fruity, and crunchy layers in every bite. It’s visually stunning, richly flavorful, and perfect for sharing — a true showstopper dessert for any occasion.