If you love classic strawberry shortcake and rich, creamy cheesecake, this Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake brings the two together in the most irresistible way. With a buttery crust, silky cheesecake filling, fresh strawberry topping, and a crunchy shortcake crumble, this dessert is as gorgeous as it is delicious. Perfect for birthdays, summer parties, or any celebration, this recipe is a showstopper that will impress every guest.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
- Best of both worlds – Combines cheesecake and strawberry shortcake.
- Beautiful presentation – Perfect centerpiece dessert.
- Customizable – Use fresh strawberries, frozen berries, or strawberry glaze.
- Make-ahead friendly – Chill overnight for easy serving.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Crust:
- 2 cups Golden Oreo or vanilla wafer crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Layer:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup strawberry jam or glaze
For the Shortcake Crumble:
- 20 Golden Oreo cookies
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp strawberry gelatin powder (for color & flavor)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare crust – Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Make cheesecake filling – Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream, eggs (one at a time), lemon juice, and vanilla. Pour over crust.
- Bake – Place pan in a water bath and bake 55–65 minutes, until center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack door, and let cool slowly. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare strawberry topping – Toss sliced strawberries with jam or glaze. Spread over chilled cheesecake.
- Make shortcake crumble – Pulse Oreos in a food processor. Add melted butter and strawberry gelatin powder. Mix until crumbly. Sprinkle over cheesecake.
- Assemble & serve – Garnish with extra whipped cream or whole strawberries before serving.
Tips for the Best Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Don’t overbake—the cheesecake should be slightly jiggly in the center.
- Chill overnight for best flavor and texture.
- For a no-bake version, use a whipped cream–cream cheese filling and let set in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve chilled with extra whipped cream.
- Drizzle with white chocolate for an elegant finish.
- Slice into mini squares for party-friendly servings.
- Add blueberries for a red, white & blue patriotic dessert.
Storage & Freezing
- Storage: Refrigerate covered for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze slices wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and foil for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Final Thoughts
This Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and bursting with fruity sweetness. With its buttery crust, luscious cheesecake filling, fresh strawberry topping, and crunchy shortcake crumble, it’s the perfect dessert for strawberry lovers.
Bake it for your next special occasion and watch it disappear! 🍓🍰