Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Cheesecake Layer
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of an 8” springform pan with parchment paper and spray the sides.
- In a stand mixer, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy, then gradually mix in granulated sugar and cornstarch.
- Add eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition, followed by vanilla extract and heavy cream.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes at 350°F, then reduce the heat to 200°F and bake for an additional 55-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool in the oven for 15 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Make Strawberry Puree
- In a saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, strawberry Jell-O, and water; bring to a boil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the strawberries soften.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly, then puree the mixture in a blender until smooth.
- Set the strawberry puree aside to cool completely.
Prepare Strawberry Cake Layers
- Preheat the oven again to 350°F and prepare two 8” round cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, combine softened butter with the dry mix, blending until crumbly.
- Add yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, and cooled strawberry puree, mixing until just combined.
- Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Make Vanilla Frosting
- In a bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until well incorporated, then blend in the vanilla extract.
- Pour in the heavy cream and beat until the frosting becomes light and airy.
- Chill the frosting in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes before using.
Prepare Crunch Topping
- Crush the Golden Oreos in a resealable plastic bag until you have fine crumbs.
- In a mixing bowl, combine half of the crushed Oreos with whipped topping and strawberry Jell-O, mixing until evenly coated.
- Add the remaining plain cookie crumbs, combining just until mixed.
Assemble the Cheesecake
- Begin assembly by placing one strawberry cake layer upside down on your serving platter.
- Spread a generous layer of frosting on top, then carefully add the cooled cheesecake layer.
- Frost the cheesecake, then gently place the second strawberry cake layer on top.
- Finish by frosting the top of the cake and pressing the crunchy topping onto the sides and the top.
- Chill the assembled cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure each layer cools completely before assembly to prevent melting. A longer chilling time enhances flavor and texture; ideally, chill overnight for best results.
