Strawberries and Cream Dream Layer Cheesecake Cake
This strawberries and cream dream layer cheesecake cake is the ultimate dessert fantasy—layers of creamy cheesecake, juicy berries, shortcake crumble, and whipped cream magic!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: ~5 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 servings
- Category: Dessert, Cheesecake
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Crust:
2 cups crushed vanilla wafer or shortbread cookies
½ cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
¾ cup sour cream
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Layer:
2½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
⅓ cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Shortcake Crumble:
1½ cups vanilla cake or pound cake, crumbled
¼ cup melted butter
For the Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Combine crushed cookies with melted butter.
Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
Mix in sour cream and vanilla.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined (do not overbeat).
3. Bake the Cheesecake:
Pour filling over the cooled crust.
Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is just slightly jiggly.
Turn off oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door cracked.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Prepare the Strawberries:
Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
Let sit for 20 minutes to macerate and release juices.
5. Make the Shortcake Crumble:
Mix crumbled vanilla cake with melted butter until moist and crumbly.
6. Assemble the Cheesecake Cake:
Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, layer the shortcake crumble over the top.
Spoon the macerated strawberries (with juices) evenly over the crumble.
7. Add Whipped Cream:
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Pipe or spread the whipped cream over the strawberry layer.
8. Serve and Enjoy!
Chill until ready to serve. Slice and enjoy your strawberries and cream dream!
Notes
Use a piping bag for a decorative whipped cream finish.
Cheesecake base can be made 1–2 days in advance.
For extra strawberry flavor, fold some of the macerated berries into the whipped cream.
Keep refrigerated and consume within 3–4 days.
