Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Treat (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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24 Golden Oreo cookies
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4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
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24 ounces cream cheese (3 packages), room temperature
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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1 cup fresh strawberries, puréed
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
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1 batch strawberry shortcake crumble
# Steps to Follow:
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Crush Golden Oreos in a food processor or in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin. Add melted butter and combine until well-saturated. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray, then press the crust mixture evenly onto the bottom and about one inch up the sides of the pan. Place in the freezer to chill.
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In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and powdered sugar. Use an electric mixer to blend until smooth. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain the airy texture.
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Divide the cheesecake filling mixture into two portions. Transfer one half into a separate bowl and set aside.
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Blend puréed strawberries into one half of the cheesecake filling. Gently fold to ensure the strawberries are fully incorporated without deflating the mixture.
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Pour the strawberry-flavored cheesecake filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly. Layer the remaining plain cheesecake filling on top and smooth the surface.
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Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4-5 hours or overnight until set.
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Remove the cheesecake from the freezer and carefully release it from the springform pan. Coat the top and sides of the cheesecake with strawberry crumb topping.
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Return the cheesecake to the freezer until ready to serve. If needed, allow it to thaw for 10-15 minutes before slicing to make cutting easier.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure the whipped cream is folded gently to retain the airy structure of the cheesecake.