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Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake
Caroline

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake

This Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake combines a buttery shortcake crust, rich and creamy cheesecake, sweet macerated strawberries, and a golden crunchy crumble. A show-stopping dessert with layers of fruity, creamy, and crisp textures—perfect for celebrations and make-ahead entertaining.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cheesecake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for shortcake crust)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for shortcake crust)
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2-3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for cheesecake)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp strawberry jam (optional)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for crumble)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crumble)
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (for crumble)
  • 1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds or pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • saucepan
  • Rubber spatula
  • whisk
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and parchment-line a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form. Add egg yolk, vanilla, and cream. Press into pan.
  3. Bake crust 12–15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  4. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar gradually. Add eggs one at a time on low.
  5. Mix in vanilla, sour cream, and flour. Pour over cooled crust and smooth.
  6. Bake 50–60 minutes until edges set and center slightly jiggly. Cool 15–20 minutes in oven, then chill 4+ hours.
  7. Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Rest 15–20 minutes. Stir in jam if using. Drain excess juice.
  8. Mix flour and sugar, cut in butter, and bake crumbs 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool.
  9. Remove chilled cheesecake from pan. Top with strawberries and sprinkle crumble over top.
  10. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts.

Notes

Chill the cheesecake fully before slicing for clean layers. Keep the strawberry topping and crumble separate until serving for the best texture. Ideal for birthdays, parties, or holiday gatherings.