Simple Recipe For Strawberry Cheesecake Crumble Cake:
Ingredients
For the Crumble Base and Topping:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup crushed digestive biscuits or graham crackers (optional)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter, diced into small cubes
For the Cheesecake Layer:
16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (chilled)
For the Strawberry Topping:
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
1/2 cup strawberry jam
2 tablespoons sugar (optional, for sweeter topping)
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Crumble Base and Topping:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine flour, crushed biscuits, sugar, and salt.
Add the cold butter cubes and use your hands or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Spread half the crumble mixture into a greased baking dish (or springform pan). Press it down to form the base.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled crumble base.
3. Prepare the Strawberry Topping:
In a saucepan, combine the strawberry jam and a splash of water (or sugar, if desired). Heat over low heat, stirring until smooth and slightly runny.
Allow to cool slightly, then gently fold in the fresh strawberries.
4. Assemble:
Pour the strawberry topping over the cheesecake layer, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the top for added texture.
5. Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate the cheesecake crumble cake for at least 3-4 hours or until firm.
Dust with powdered sugar (optional) before serving.
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This dessert is a beautiful combination of creamy cheesecake, sweet strawberry topping, and a crunchy crumble, making it irresistible! Perfect for gatherings or as a special treat.
