Description
Rich layers of strawberry cheesecake lush dessert blend creamy textures with graham cracker crust and sweet fruit. Cool, smooth slices will delight guests with classic American dessert charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 cups whipped topping (total whipped topping)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package (3 oz or 85 g) strawberry-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- Additional fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Crust Formation: Merge graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing firmly into a rectangular baking dish to create a uniform, compact base.
- Crust Preparation: Bake the crust at 350F until golden, then allow complete cooling to develop a crisp foundation.
- Cheesecake Layer: Whip cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until supremely smooth, then gently fold in whipped topping to create a luscious, airy mixture.
- Gelatin Preparation: Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water, then blend with cold water and cool slightly to prevent layer interference.
- Fruit Integration: Incorporate sliced strawberries into the cooled gelatin, distributing evenly for a vibrant, fruity dimension.
- Layer Assembly: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, then carefully pour the strawberry gelatin on top, ensuring complete coverage.
- Final Touches: Adorn with remaining whipped topping and optional fresh strawberry garnish, then refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors and textures to meld perfectly.
Notes
- Prevent Crust Crumbling: Mix graham cracker crumbs and butter thoroughly, pressing firmly to create a compact base that won’t fall apart when slicing.
- Achieve Smooth Cheesecake Layer: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature and beat until completely smooth, eliminating any potential lumps for a silky texture.
- Control Gelatin Setting: Cool gelatin mixture slightly before pouring to prevent melting the cheesecake layer and ensure clean, distinct layers.
- Maximize Flavor Infusion: Let the dessert rest in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend and develop a more intense taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg