Ingredients
Ingredients:
For the crust:
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cheesecake filling:
– 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup whipped cream
– 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
For the strawberry crunch topping:
– 1 cup crushed graham crackers
– 1/2 cup sliced almonds
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
Instructions:
1. For the crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
2. For the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mix until creamy. Fold in the whipped cream and chopped strawberries.
3. Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate while preparing the topping.
4. For the strawberry crunch topping: In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, sliced almonds, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Spread the strawberry slices over the chilled cheesecake filling, then sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping over the strawberries.
6. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
7. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the no-bake strawberry crunch cheesecake!
Notes
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling Time: 4 hours | Total Time: Approximately 4 hours 20 minutes | Servings: 10-12 slices