Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Donuts 
Ingredients
For the Donut Base:
8 glazed donuts
For the Strawberry Filling & Topping:
½ cup strawberry jam or preserves
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
½ cup strawberry sauce
For the No-Bake Cheesecake Layer:
8 oz block-style cream cheese, softened to room temperature
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
For the Buttery Crumble:
½ cup crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions
Whip the Cheesecake Topping: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium speed until completely smooth and free of lumps. In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with the mixer until stiff peaks form (the cream stands straight up when the beaters are lifted). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in two additions, until no white streaks remain. This creates a light, airy cheesecake mousse. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the other components.
Prepare the Crumble: In a small bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers (or vanilla wafers) with the melted butter. Stir with a fork until the mixture is evenly moistened and forms small, buttery clusters. Set aside.
Create the Strawberry Sauce (If Homemade): If not using store-bought sauce, you can quickly make your own. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, mashing the berries slightly, until it thickens into a sauce. Let it cool completely before using.
Assemble the First Layer: Place one glazed donut on your serving plate or a wire rack set over a baking sheet (to catch any drips). Spread about a tablespoon of strawberry jam evenly over the top of the donut.
Add the Cheesecake Center: Spoon or pipe a generous amount (about 2-3 tablespoons) of the chilled cheesecake topping over the jam layer.
Create the Double Stack: Gently place a second glazed donut on top of the cheesecake layer, pressing down ever-so-slightly to secure it.
Top the Stack: Spread another layer of the cheesecake topping over the top donut. Sprinkle the prepared buttery crumble generously over the topping. Scatter the diced fresh strawberries over the crumble.
Finish and Garnish: Drizzle the assembled donuts with the strawberry sauce. Place a final fresh strawberry slice on top for a beautiful garnish.
Chill and Serve: For the best texture and to make the stacks easier to handle, refrigerate the assembled donuts for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set. Serve chilled
Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Donuts
