Very Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Slice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups crushed golden Oreos or vanilla wafer cookies (for crust).
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for crust).
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16 oz cream cheese, softened.
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¾ cup granulated sugar.
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2 large eggs.
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½ cup sour cream.
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1 tsp vanilla extract.
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½ cup strawberry puree or strawberry jam.
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2-3 drops pink food coloring (optional).
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1 cup crushed golden Oreos or vanilla wafer cookies (for topping).
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½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed.
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3 tbsp melted butter (for topping).
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2-3 drops pink food coloring (optional for topping).
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, mix crushed golden Oreos and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, strawberry puree, and pink food coloring (if using).
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Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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In a bowl, mix crushed golden Oreos, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, melted butter, and pink food coloring (if using) until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Once fully chilled, sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping evenly over the cheesecake, pressing gently to adhere.
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Slice and enjoy this sweet, crunchy, and colorful cheesecake!.
# Notes:
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This vibrant Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Slice features a sweet strawberry flavor and a colorful, crunchy topping, making it perfect for any strawberry lover.