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Ultimate Strawberry Crumble Cheesecake

Ultimate Strawberry Crumble Cheesecake for Sweet Moments

Indulge in the Ultimate Strawberry Crumble Cheesecake, featuring layers of creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberry compote, and a crunchy streusel topping.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 grams crushed digestive biscuits graham crackers can be used as a substitution
  • 100 grams unsalted butter (melted) better for controlling saltiness
  • 50 grams granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 600 grams full-fat cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 3 large eggs use room temperature eggs
  • 200 grams sour cream at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Compote
  • 300 grams chopped strawberries fresh strawberries are best
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch create a slurry with water before adding
For the Streusel Topping
  • 150 grams all-purpose flour
  • 100 grams brown sugar
  • 100 grams cold unsalted butter (cubed) keep cold for best results

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Combine crushed digestive biscuits, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each. Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract. Pour over cooled crust.
  3. Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer for 8 minutes until strawberries soften. Mix cornstarch with water, stir into the compote, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until thickened. Let cool.
  4. In a bowl, whisk flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
  5. Spoon cooled strawberry compote over cheesecake batter and sprinkle the streusel topping evenly. Bake for 60-70 minutes until edges are set and center has a slight jiggle.
  6. Allow to cool in the oven with the door cracked for about an hour. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother cheesecake batter. Chill for at least 6 hours before serving for best flavor.

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