Welcome to our delicious recipe for strawberry shortcake cheesecake – the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth! This mouthwatering creation combines the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake with the creamy goodness of cheesecake. It’s a match made in dessert heaven!

Ingredients:

Bottom crust

• 22 Golden Oreos, crushed
• 5 tbsp melted butter

Filling

• 4 8oz packages cream cheese
• 1 2/3 cups sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• Jar of Smuckers strawberry ice cream topping

Topping

• 12 Golden Oreos, crushed and divided into 2 bowls (one for plain Oreo topping, one for strawberry Oreos)
• 1 1/2 tsp softened butter
• 3 tbsp from a small package of strawberry gelatin

Now, let’s dive into the process of creating this scrumptious dessert!

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Bottom Crust

1. Start by crushing 22 Golden Oreos in a bowl.
2. Add 5 tbsp of melted butter to the crushed Oreos and mix well.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to create the crust.

Step 2: Making the Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Gradually add the sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract, and continue mixing until well combined.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Slowly pour in the heavy whipping cream and mix until the filling is smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Assembling the Cheesecake

1. Pour half of the cream cheese filling mixture onto the prepared crust in the springform pan.
2. Drizzle the Smuckers strawberry ice cream topping over the filling.
3. Carefully pour the remaining cream cheese filling over the strawberry topping, spreading it evenly.

Step 4: Adding the Topping

1. In one of the bowls of crushed Oreos, add the softened butter and mix well to create the plain Oreo topping.
2. In the other bowl of crushed Oreos, add the strawberry gelatin and mix well to create the strawberry Oreo topping.
3. Sprinkle both toppings over the cream cheese filling, covering the surface evenly.

Step 5: Baking and Chilling

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Place the springform pan with the assembled cheesecake on a baking sheet.
3. Bake for 1 hour or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
4. Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour.
5. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature.
6. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cheesecake to set.

Step 6: Serving and Enjoying

1. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
2. Slice the cheesecake into servings and serve chilled.
3. Garnish each slice with fresh strawberries or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Now you have a luscious and decadent strawberry shortcake cheesecake that will surely impress your friends and family. The creamy cheesecake, combined with the sweetness of strawberries and the crunch of Oreo, creates a delightful dessert experience. So go ahead and indulge yourself in each heavenly bite!