Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 24 oz (675 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups crushed Golden Oreos
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 small box (3.4 oz) strawberry Jell-O powder
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for crumble)

Instructions:

Prepare the Crust

1. Mix the crushed Golden Oreos with 5 tablespoons melted butter.
2. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
3. Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
3. Add the sour cream, vanilla, and flour. Mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the sliced strawberries.
5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.

Bake the Cheesecake

1. Wrap the springform pan in foil and place in a water bath.
2. Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 60–70 minutes, or until the center is just set.
3. Cool inside the oven for 1 hour, then cool completely on the counter.
4. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.

Make the Strawberry Shortcake Crumble

1. Combine crushed Golden Oreos, strawberry Jell-O powder, and 3 tablespoons melted butter.
2. Spread onto a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes.
3. Let cool fully.

Assemble

1. Remove the chilled cheesecake from the springform pan.
2. Press the crumble around the sides and lightly on top.
3. Add extra fresh strawberries if desired.