Irresistible No-Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake for a Summertime Delight

Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with our exquisite No-Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake. This delightful dessert combines the sweetness of strawberries with a satisfying crunch, all without the need for an oven. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or simply treating yourself to a cool, creamy delight, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 lb Vanilla Cream Cookies (approximately 34 cookies, with a few reserved for topping)
• 6 tablespoons melted Butter

For the Filling:

• 1 small box (3.3 oz) Strawberry Jello
• 1 cup Boiling Water
• 16 oz softened Cream Cheese (2 bricks of 8 oz each)
• 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
• 10 Strawberry Wafer Cookies (about 4 oz, for extra crunch)

For the Topping:

• Whipped Topping, approximately half a small tub, thawed and placed into a pastry bag with a star tip (Wilton 1M tip recommended)

Directions:

The Crust:

1. Process 26 vanilla cream cookies into fine crumbs and mix thoroughly with the melted butter.
2. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 10″ springform pan and place it in the freezer for 15 minutes to set.

The Filling:

1. Dissolve the strawberry jello in boiling water and allow it to cool to room temperature (do not refrigerate).
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture, followed by the cooled strawberry jello, in two separate additions.
5. Layer half of the whipped cream-cheese mixture over the prepared crust, followed by half of the strawberry jello mixture.
6. Freeze the cheesecake for 15 minutes, then add the remaining whipped cream-cheese mixture and top with the remaining strawberry jello mixture.

The Topping:

1. Crush the remaining vanilla cream cookies and strawberry wafers into small pieces.
2. Optionally, add food coloring for a pinker hue.
3. Sprinkle this crunchy mixture evenly over the top of the cheesecake.
4. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until set.
5. Before serving, garnish with swirls of whipped topping for an elegant finish.

Enjoy this No-Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake as a delightful conclusion to any summer meal or as a refreshing treat on a warm afternoon. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.