Berrylicious strawberry crunch cheese cake

Here’s a delicious recipe for Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake — creamy, fruity, and topped with a delightful crunchy layer.

🍓 Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake

Serves: 8–10
Prep time: 25 min
Chill time: 4 hours or overnight

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
• 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks

For the strawberry topping:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
• 1 tsp lemon juice

For the crunch layer:

• 1/2 cup crushed nuts (optional, almonds or pecans)
• 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• Optional: 2 tbsp caramel or white chocolate drizzle

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust:
   • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
   • Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
   • Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
2. Make the cheesecake filling:
   • Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
   • Gently fold in whipped cream until creamy and airy.
   • Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Prepare strawberry topping:
   • Toss sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit 10–15 minutes to release juices.
   • Spoon over the cheesecake layer.
4. Add the crunch layer:
   • Mix crushed nuts, graham cracker crumbs, and melted butter.
   • Sprinkle evenly over the strawberries.
   • Optional: drizzle caramel or melted white chocolate on top.
5. Chill:
   • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
6. Serve:
   • Release cheesecake from the springform pan.
   • Slice and enjoy your creamy, crunchy, fruity dessert!

🍓 Tips & Variations

• Extra fruity: Mix in blueberries or raspberries with the strawberries.
• Crunchy twist: Use toasted coconut flakes or crushed cookies instead of nuts.
• Mini version: Make in cupcake liners for single servings.
• Make-ahead: Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.

I can also create a no-bake version of this Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake if you want a quicker, fuss-free dessert.