{"id":8853,"date":"2026-06-08T06:51:01","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T06:51:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/?p=8853"},"modified":"2026-06-08T06:51:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T06:51:01","slug":"strawberry-crunch-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/strawberry-crunch-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Crunch Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This stunning strawberry crunch cake layers strawberry-flavored cake with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. A topping made with crushed cookies is sprinkled over the cream cheese frosting for a truly impressive recipe.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n<div class=\"dpsp-pin-it-wrapper wp-image-406167 perfmatters-lazy entered pmloaded dpsp-always-show-mobile \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1-400x635.jpg 400w, https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1-968x1536.jpg 968w\" alt=\"Slice of strawberry shortcake cheesecake on a white plate with text overlay and strawberries in background.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1905\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1.jpg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1-400x635.jpg 400w, https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero1-968x1536.jpg 968w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-ll-status=\"loaded\" data-pin-description=\"Strawberry crunch cake consists of a cheesecake layer surrounded by moist strawberry cake and topped with a cream cheese cookie crumble frosting.\" data-pin-title=\"Strawberry Crunch Cake\" \/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>For a fast and easy strawberry dessert, look no further than\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/no-bake-strawberry-jello-pie\/\">No-Bake Strawberry Jello Pie<\/a>. Our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/carrot-cake-cheesecake\/\">Carrot Cake Cheesecake<\/a>\u00a0is another delicious dessert idea that combines cake and cheesecake. For a decadent cheesecake, try our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/mint-chocolate-cheesecake\/\">Mint Chocolate Cheesecake<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-strawberry-crunch-cake\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Strawberry Crunch Cake?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"wpforms-279247\" class=\"wpforms-container save-recipe\" data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\">\n<form id=\"wpforms-form-279247\" class=\"wpforms-validate wpforms-form wpforms-ajax-form\" action=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/strawberry-shortcake-cheesecake\/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPMTczODQ3NjQyNjcwMzcwAAEe9R1LahaVTBAHmUf27ABuKE9S5fgNjZG13PqKpODgJTaF2nsp54VAgUoJEP8_aem_9uJZbKe2SAI4Wnv3x0qK6Q\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" method=\"post\" novalidate=\"novalidate\" data-formid=\"279247\" data-token=\"1806da384e9eea7623f4645239a8705e\" data-token-time=\"1780870052\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-head-container\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-description\">Don&#8217;t want to lose this recipe? 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The crunch comes from the topping that is created from pieces of vanilla sandwich cookies flavored with strawberry gelatin.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mv-first-video\" class=\"mv-video-target mv-video__featured mv-video__optimized ggnoads mv-video__embedded\" data-playlist-id=\"upnext\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-automobile=\"true\" data-muted=\"true\" data-sticky=\"true\" data-autoinsert=\"true\" data-disable-jsonld=\"true\" data-video-placement-inited=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mediavine-video__target-div__df21ab64-0027-4c05-8b44-df8c5a6e31e2\" class=\"mediavine-video__target-div\">\n<div class=\"mediavine-video__root-container\">\n<div class=\"mediavine-video__placement-container mediavine-video__bottom mediavine-video__right mediavine-video__light-theme mediavine-video__accompanying-content\">\n<div class=\"mediavine-video__title-bar\">\n<div class=\"mediavine-video__title-bar__name\"><a id=\"mediavine-video__title-bar__permalink__df21ab64-0027-4c05-8b44-df8c5a6e31e2\" 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id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/1030006,32548917\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams\/content_1__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>You will need:<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE COOKIE CRUMB LAYER<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checklist\">\n<li>36 vanilla sandwich cookies, coarsely crushed<\/li>\n<li>3-ounce box of strawberry gelatin mix<\/li>\n<li>4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted, divided<\/li>\n<li>5 to 6 drops of red food color gel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>FOR THE STRAWBERRY CAKE LAYERS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checklist\">\n<li>16.5-ounce box of Strawberry Supreme cake mix<\/li>\n<li>3 large eggs, room temperature<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup (1 stick, 113 grams) of unsalted butter, melted<\/li>\n<li>1 cup of whole milk<\/li>\n<li>3-ounce box of strawberry gelatin mix<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_3_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_3_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_3_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_3_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_3_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_3_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_3_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/1030006,32548917\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams\/content_2__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>FOR THE CHEESECAKE LAYER<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checklist\">\n<li>\u00be cup of sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup of cornstarch<\/li>\n<li>2 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup of heavy cream<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>3 large eggs, room temperature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>FOR THE FROSTING<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checklist\">\n<li>8 ounces of cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup of heavy cream<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup (1 stick, 113 grams) of unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon of vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 cups of powdered sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_4_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" 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It won\u2019t change the consistency significantly, but you may need to add a few more drops to achieve the same color.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cake Mix:<\/strong>\u00a0If you can\u2019t find strawberry cake mix, vanilla works just as well. The strawberry gelatin will give it some strawberry flavor and pink color. You can even try lemon cake mix for a strawberry lemonade shortcake cheesecake.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-a-strawberry-crunch-cake\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make a Strawberry Crunch Cake<\/h2>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>STEP ONE:<\/strong>\u00a0Crush the sandwich cookies (or Golden Oreos) in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin or meat mallet until they are coarse crumbs. Then divide the crushed cookie crumbs into two small mixing bowls.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_5_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_5_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_5_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_5_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_5_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_5_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_5_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/1030006,32548917\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams\/content_4__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>STEP TWO:<\/strong>\u00a0Mix the crumbs in one bowl with one envelope of strawberry gelatin mix. Pour two tablespoons of melted butter over the crumbs in the second bowl and mix well.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP THREE:<\/strong>\u00a0Mix 5 to 6 drops of red gel food coloring with the remaining two tablespoons of melted butter. Stir into the gelatin crumb mixture, mixing well to distribute the color evenly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP FOUR:<\/strong>\u00a0Evenly sprinkle both bowls of crumbs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake at 350\u00b0F for 10 minutes. Set aside and allow to cool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP FIVE:<\/strong>\u00a0Beat together the cake mix, eggs, melted butter, milk, and strawberry gelatin mix with an\u00a0<a class=\"hyperlink22 \" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=spaceshipsandlaserbeams&amp;campaign=spaceshipsandlaserbeams-strawberryshortcakecheesecake&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=BALwEMPAqFDHqNvg&amp;adStack=mediavine&amp;hasCTZ=false&amp;hasTP=false&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=en-CA&amp;pageCategory=food&amp;lmaID=6932e5f0b2c36929a54dcc80&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=hyperlink&amp;itemname=electric+hand+mixer&amp;minPrice=30&amp;relatedKeywords=hand+mixer%2Cstand+mixer%2Ckitchen+mixer%2Cbeater&amp;category=Home+%26+Garden&amp;version=surface-the-opportunities-retail%7C7%7C1.2.0&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fspaceshipsandlaserbeams.com%2Fstrawberry-shortcake-cheesecake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" data-is-hyperlink22=\"true\" data-search22=\"electric hand mixer\">electric mixer<\/a>\u00a0for a minute or two until smooth.<\/p>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>STEP SIX:<\/strong>\u00a0Divide the batter equally between two greased and floured round cake pans.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_6_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_6_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_6_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_6_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-callout layout-default has-tertiary-background-color\">\n<div class=\"block-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"h-our-recipe-developer-says\"><strong>OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Baking spray such as Baker\u2019s Joy or PAM Baking spray has flour added to nonstick cooking spray, making it easy to grease and flour pans in one step.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>STEP SEVEN:<\/strong>\u00a0Bake cake batter at 350\u00b0F for 24 to 28 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack, then gently remove the cakes from the pans and set them aside.<\/p>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>STEP EIGHT:<\/strong>\u00a0Whisk together the granulated sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl, then set aside.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_7_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_7_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_7_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_7_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>STEP NINE:\u00a0<\/strong>With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, cream the cream cheese, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Reduce the speed to low and add the eggs one at a time until incorporated.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP TEN:<\/strong>\u00a0Slowly add the sugar and cornstarch mixture on low speed, then increase speed to medium and beat until smooth.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-callout layout-default has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<div class=\"block-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Be careful to avoid overbeating the cheesecake or it will puff up and crack during baking.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>STEP ELEVEN:\u00a0<\/strong>Pour the cheesecake mixture into a\u00a0<a class=\"hyperlink22 \" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=spaceshipsandlaserbeams&amp;campaign=spaceshipsandlaserbeams-strawberryshortcakecheesecake&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=BALwEMPAqFDHqNvg&amp;adStack=mediavine&amp;hasCTZ=false&amp;hasTP=false&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=en-CA&amp;pageCategory=food&amp;lmaID=6932e5f0b2c36929a54dcc80&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=hyperlink&amp;itemname=9+inch+springform+pan&amp;minPrice=12&amp;relatedKeywords=cheesecake+pan%2Cleakproof+springform+pan%2Cbaking+pan%2Cnonstick+springform&amp;category=Home+%26+Garden&amp;version=surface-the-opportunities-retail%7C7%7C1.2.0&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fspaceshipsandlaserbeams.com%2Fstrawberry-shortcake-cheesecake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" data-is-hyperlink22=\"true\" data-search22=\"9 inch springform pan\">springform cake pan<\/a>\u00a0lined with parchment and greased with nonstick spray. Place the bottom of the pan on a baking sheet to catch any leaks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_8_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_8_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_8_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_8_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_8_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_8_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_8_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>STEP TWELVE:<\/strong>\u00a0Bake cheesecake at 325\u00b0F for 40 minutes. Turn the oven off, leave the oven door closed, and let the cheesecake set for an additional 20 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP THIRTEEN:<\/strong>\u00a0Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let cool for 30 minutes on a cooling rack, then cover tightly with aluminum foil and freeze for one hour.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP FOURTEEN:<\/strong>\u00a0Beat the cream cheese, heavy cream, and butter on medium-high speed for 1 \u00bd to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add the vanilla extract.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP FIFTEEN:<\/strong>\u00a0With the mixer on low, add the powdered sugar one cup at a time. Increase the speed to medium and mix until smooth and fluffy.<\/p>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>STEP SIXTEEN:\u00a0<\/strong>Center one layer of strawberry cake on the serving plate. Frost the top with \u00bc cup of frosting, creating a smooth and even layer. Crumbs in the frosting are fine, as they will be hidden by the other layers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_9_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_9_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_9_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_9_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_9_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_9_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_9_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-callout layout-default has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<div class=\"block-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>A\u00a0<a class=\"hyperlink22 \" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=spaceshipsandlaserbeams&amp;campaign=spaceshipsandlaserbeams-strawberryshortcakecheesecake&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=BALwEMPAqFDHqNvg&amp;adStack=mediavine&amp;hasCTZ=false&amp;hasTP=false&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=en-CA&amp;pageCategory=food&amp;lmaID=6932e5f0b2c36929a54dcc80&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=hyperlink&amp;itemname=angled+offset+icing+spatula&amp;minPrice=7&amp;relatedKeywords=cake+decorating+spatula%2Cbent+icing+spatula%2Cbaking+tools%2Cfrosting+tool&amp;category=Home+%26+Garden&amp;version=surface-the-opportunities-retail%7C7%7C1.2.0&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fspaceshipsandlaserbeams.com%2Fstrawberry-shortcake-cheesecake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" data-is-hyperlink22=\"true\" data-search22=\"angled offset icing spatula\">long offset spatula<\/a>\u00a0is a perfect tool for smooth, even frosting. You can also use a rubber spatula or knife, but it will take a little more effort to achieve a level layer, which is essential to keep your cake from leaning.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>STEP SEVENTEEN:<\/strong>\u00a0Remove the cheesecake from the freezer and loosen it from the springform pan by running a sharp, flexible knife along the inside edge. Gently release the spring and remove the sides of the pan. Place a wax-paper lined plate on top of the cheesecake and turn it over to remove the base of the pan. Carefully place the cheesecake on top of the frosted bottom layer of strawberry cake.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_10_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_10_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_10_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_10_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_10_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_10_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_10_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>STEP EIGHTEEN:\u00a0<\/strong>Frost the top of the cheesecake layer with \u00bc cup of frosting, then place the second strawberry cake layer on top of the frosted cheesecake.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP NINETEEN:\u00a0<\/strong>Frost the entire cake evenly but don\u2019t be too concerned about crumbs. Break the cookie crumble topping into pieces and sprinkle them over the cake, pressing them into the sides gently.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-callout layout-default has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<div class=\"block-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Set the serving plate on top of a sheet of parchment or wax paper to catch any stray crumbs.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-strawberry-crunch-cake-recipe-tips\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strawberry Crunch Cake Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\">\n<li>Freezing the cheesecake layer before assembling the cake will make it solid enough to stand up to the weight of the top cake layer and crunch topping.<\/li>\n<li>Break the cookies into small pieces either in a Ziploc bag using a rolling pin or in the bowl of a\u00a0<a class=\"hyperlink22 \" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=spaceshipsandlaserbeams&amp;campaign=spaceshipsandlaserbeams-strawberryshortcakecheesecake&amp;product=lma&amp;habl=false&amp;isinc=false&amp;sid22=BALwEMPAqFDHqNvg&amp;adStack=mediavine&amp;hasCTZ=false&amp;hasTP=false&amp;conmeth=normal&amp;plng=en-CA&amp;pageCategory=food&amp;lmaID=6932e5f0b2c36929a54dcc80&amp;source=direct&amp;medium=hyperlink&amp;itemname=electric+food+processor&amp;minPrice=40&amp;relatedKeywords=chopper%2Ckitchen+processor%2Cvegetable+chopper%2Cblender&amp;category=Home+%26+Garden&amp;version=surface-the-opportunities-retail%7C7%7C1.2.0&amp;ref22=https%3A%2F%2Fspaceshipsandlaserbeams.com%2Fstrawberry-shortcake-cheesecake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" data-is-hyperlink22=\"true\" data-search22=\"electric food processor\">food processor<\/a>\u00a0until the desired size is achieved.<\/li>\n<li>Do not over-mix the ingredients for the cheesecake layer. It will add air bubbles to the cheesecake and may cause the cake to sink once the top cake layer is stacked on top of the cheesecake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_11_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_11_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_11_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_11_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_11_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_11_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_11_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-serve-strawberry-cheesecake-cake\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Serve Strawberry Cheesecake Cake<\/h2>\n<p>Add a scoop of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/no-churn-vanilla-ice-cream\/\">vanilla ice cream<\/a>, a spoonful of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/stabilized-whipped-cream\/\">whipped cream<\/a>\u00a0or Cool Whip with fresh strawberries on top of this amazing strawberry crunch cake.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-strawberry-crunch-cake-recipe-storage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strawberry Crunch Cake Recipe Storage<\/h2>\n<p><strong>IN THE FRIDGE:\u00a0<\/strong>Leftovers of this strawberry cheesecake dessert should be kept covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.<\/p>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><strong>IN THE FREEZER:\u00a0<\/strong>In general, frosted cakes do not freeze well and we do not recommend you freeze this recipe.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_12_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_12_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_12_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_12_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_12_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_12_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_12_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\">\n<div class=\"dpsp-pin-it-wrapper wp-image-406168 perfmatters-lazy dpsp-always-show-mobile \"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"entered exited\" src=\"data:;base64,<svg xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg' width='680' height='1080' viewBox='0 0 680 1080'><\/svg>&#8221; alt=&#8221;Overhead view of a sliced strawberry shortcake cheesecake topped with cookie crumbles, with one slice being lifted.&#8221; width=&#8221;680&#8243; height=&#8221;1080&#8243; data-pin-media=&#8221;https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero2.jpg&#8221; data-src=&#8221;https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero2.jpg&#8221; data-srcset=&#8221;https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero2.jpg 680w, https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Strawberry-Shortcake-Cheesecake-Hero2-400&#215;635.jpg 400w&#8221; data-sizes=&#8221;(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px&#8221; data-pin-description=&#8221;Strawberry crunch cake consists of a cheesecake layer surrounded by moist strawberry cake and topped with a cream cheese cookie crumble frosting.&#8221; data-pin-title=&#8221;Strawberry Crunch Cake&#8221; \/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"content_13_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-275\" data-slotid=\"content_13_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-275\" data-slotid=\"content_13_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-275\" data-slotid=\"content_13_btf\">\n<div id=\"content_13_btf_wrapper\" class=\"adunitwrapper content_btf_wrapper\" data-wrapper=\"content_13_btf\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div id=\"content_13_btf\" class=\"content_btf adunit\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>This strawberry shortcake with cheesecake in the middle is perfect for any special occasion, like a birthday party or baby shower. All the elements of this recipe come together so well, no one will guess you used a cake mix as the base to start this cake.If you love strawberry and cheesecake together, these\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/strawberry-cheesecake-cookies\/\">strawberry cheesecake cookies<\/a>\u00a0are a must-try.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-callout layout-default has-senary-background-color\" data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\">\n<div class=\"block-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-strawberry-crunch-cake-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strawberry Crunch Cake FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1660755265247\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I easily crush the cookies for this recipe?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Place the cookies in a Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin or meat mallet to crush the cookies. You could also put them in the bowl of a food processor and run it until they are the desired size.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1627913236847\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">If I can\u2019t find a strawberry cake mix, what can I replace it with?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you can\u2019t find strawberry cake mix, you can use white or even lemon cake mix instead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1627923178495\" class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is strawberry crunch made of?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The strawberry crunch topping on this cake is made from vanilla sandwich cookies, strawberry gelatin, butter, and red food coloring. 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alt=&#8221;side shot of strawberry shortcake cheesecake with a slice missing showing its inside layers on a cake rack&#8221; width=&#8221;268&#8243; height=&#8221;268&#8243; data-pin-media=&#8221;https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/roasted-cauliflower-recipe-card-copy.jpg&#8221; data-src=&#8221;https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/roasted-cauliflower-recipe-card-copy-268&#215;268.jpg&#8221; data-srcset=&#8221;https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/roasted-cauliflower-recipe-card-copy-268&#215;268.jpg 268w, https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/roasted-cauliflower-recipe-card-copy-400&#215;400.jpg 400w&#8221; data-sizes=&#8221;(max-width: 268px) 100vw, 268px&#8221; data-pin-nopin=&#8221;true&#8221; \/><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"strawberry-crunch-cake-recipe\" class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Strawberry Crunch Cake Recipe<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-template-trc-header__ratings-container\">\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-rating wprm-recipe-rating-recipe-139347 wprm-user-rating wprm-user-rating-not-voted wprm-user-rating-allowed\" data-recipe=\"139347\" data-average=\"5\" data-count=\"24\" data-total=\"120\" data-user=\"0\" data-decimals=\"2\" data-modal-uid=\"user-rating\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-rating wprm-recipe-rating-recipe-139347\" data-decimals=\"2\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-details wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-average\">5<\/span>\u00a0from\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-count\">24<\/span>\u00a0votes<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\">This strawberry crunch cake will be the most talked-about dessert at any party. A cheesecake layer is surrounded by moist, strawberry cake and finished with a cream cheese frosting. A crunchy cookie crumble topping provides the perfect blend of flavors and texture in every bite.<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-template-sal-header__details\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">hour<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">35<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">3<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">hours<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hours<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">35<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings<\/span><a class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-link\" href=\"https:\/\/spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com\/strawberry-shortcake-cheesecake\/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSTRT9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXak10YWR0ajg4eTh4NVJrc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlYU5_rLEAF7t1RXHzKYplhXHBn3BdWzxstNgpup2n8jpX_mc_imBNRbvmYQ_aem_zbA7gNnGnnYH95TbH2Oeug#\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-139347 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"139347\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" data-servings=\"13\" data-original-servings=\"13\">13<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-template-sal-body\">\n<div class=\"recipe-actions\">\n<div class=\"recipe-actions__inner\">Print<span class=\"extra-text\">\u00a0Recipe<\/span><span class=\"shared-counts-icon-label\"><span class=\"shared-counts-label\">Pin<span class=\"extra-text\">\u00a0Recipe<\/span><\/span><\/span>Review<span class=\"extra-text\">\u00a0Recipe<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep wprm-toggle-switch-container\"><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2070073431\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-square wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2070073431\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-139347-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-139347-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"139347\" data-servings=\"13\" data-slot-rendered-recipe=\"true\">\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"recipe_2_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_2_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_2_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_2_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\"><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-139347-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"13\" data-recipe=\"139347\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"13\" data-recipe=\"139347\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"13\" data-recipe=\"139347\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-faded\">For The Cookie Crumb Layer<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">36<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla sandwich cookies,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">coarsely crushed<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">box strawberry gelatin mix<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">melted<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5 to 6<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">drops<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red food color gel<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-faded\">For The Strawberry Cake Layers<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16.5<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">box Strawberry Supreme cake mix<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">large<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">eggs,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">room temperature<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">melted (1 stick)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">box strawberry gelatin mix<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-faded\">For The Cheesecake Layer<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cornstarch<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cream cheese,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">softened<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pure vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">large<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">eggs,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">room temperature<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-faded\">For The Frosting<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cream cheese,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">softened<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"21\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter,<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">softened (1 stick)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"22\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" data-uid=\"23\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">powdered sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-139347-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-139347-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"139347\" data-recipe-ads-inserted=\"true\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions\"><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-advanced-list-reset wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" data-slot-rendered-recipe=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Line a standard baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"recipe_3_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_3_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_3_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_3_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Evenly divide the coarsely crushed cookies into 2 small mixing bowls.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour 1 of the 3 ounce boxes of dry strawberry gelatin mix over 1 of the bowls of cookie crumbs and stir to combine.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour 2 tablespoons of the melted unsalted butter over the plain cookie crumb bowl and mix well.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Drop 5 to 6 drops of the red food coloring gel into the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and stir to mix the coloring. Pour the tinted melted butter over the gelatin crumb mixture. Stir very well to ensure the color is evenly distributed.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Evenly sprinkle the vanilla and strawberry bowls of buttered cookie crumbs onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes. Allow the crumbs to completely cool, while you prepare the cakes.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Generously spray two 9 inch round cake pans with bakers spray (Baker&#8217;s Joy). Set them aside.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Using a stand mixer or an electric handheld mixer and a medium-size mixing bowl add the cake mix, eggs, melted unsalted butter, milk, and strawberry gelatin mix. Mix all ingredients together on medium speed until well incorporated and smooth.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" data-slot-rendered-recipe=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Evenly divide the cake batter between the 2 prepared round cake pans. Bake for 24 to 28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Be sure to leave the oven on to bake the cheesecake.<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"recipe_4_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_4_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_4_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_4_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Allow the cake to completely cool on a cooling rack. Once cooled, remove the cakes from the pans, and set them aside.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and the cornstarch. Set this aside.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-12\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Line the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan with parchment paper, and generously spray the springform pan with nonstick spray. Set it aside.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-13\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Using a stand mixer or an electric handheld mixer on medium-high speed to cream together the cream cheese, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-14\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Reduce the mixer speed to low, add the eggs one at a time, until all eggs are well incorporated.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-15\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Leaving the mixer on low, slowly add the granulated sugar and the cornstarch. Increase the speed to medium and mix until the batter is smooth.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-16\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour the cheesecake batter into the springform pan.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-17\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" data-slot-rendered-recipe=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Bake at 325 degrees for 40 minutes. Leaving the oven door closed, turn the oven off and leave the cheesecake in the oven for 20 additional minutes.<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"recipe_5_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_5_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_5_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_5_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-18\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Remove the cheesecake and allow it to cool on a cooling rack for 30 minutes.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-19\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Tightly cover the cheesecake, and place in the freezer for 1 hour.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-20\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Using either a stand mixer or a handheld mixer and a medium-size mixing bowl, on medium-high speed cream together the cream cheese, heavy cream, and unsalted butter for 1 \u00bd to 2 minutes. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-21\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Lower the mixer to low and slowly add the vanilla.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-22\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Keeping the mixer speed low, slowly add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time. Increase the speed to medium and mix until smooth.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-23\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Using your choice of serving plate, center 1 of the strawberry cake layers.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-24\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Scoop out \u00bc cup of frosting and place in the center of the bottom cake layer. Using either an offset spatula, or a silicone spatula, evenly smooth out the frosting. Don\u2019t worry if there are crumbs in the frosting.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-25\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" data-slot-rendered-recipe=\"true\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Remove the cheesecake from the freezer. Carefully run a sharp, flexible knife along the inside edge of the cheesecake. Slowly release the springform sides. Line a flat plate with wax paper, and place it on top of the cheesecake. Securely turn the cheesecake upside down to remove the base of the springform pan and the parchment paper. Carefully turn the cheesecake right side up and place it on top of the bottom layer of strawberry cake.<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-ad-box\" data-slotid=\"recipe_6_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-frame-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_6_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-slide-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_6_btf\">\n<div class=\"mv-rail-sticky-300\" data-slotid=\"recipe_6_btf\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-26\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Scoop out another \u00bc cup of frosting to smooth over the cheesecake layer.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-27\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place the top strawberry cake layer on top of the cheesecake layer.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-28\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Evenly spread the remaining frosting over the rest of the cake. Again, do not worry if there are crumbs, the cookie crumb coating will hide the crumbs in the frosting.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-29\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Break the cooled cookie crumbs up into small pieces.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-139347-step-0-30\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Sprinkle the top of the cake with cookie crumbs. Using your hands, gently press\/pat the cookie crumbs on the sides of the cake.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-139347\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This stunning strawberry crunch cake layers strawberry-flavored cake with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. 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