# What You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs or Golden Oreos, crushed
02 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
→ Cheesecake Layer
04 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Layer
09 - 1 box (3 oz) strawberry gelatin powder
10 - 1 cup boiling water
11 - ½ cup cold water
12 - 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or whipped cream)
13 - 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
→ Whipped Cream Topping
14 - 2 cups heavy cream
15 - ¼ cup powdered sugar
16 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Shortcake Crumble
17 - 20 Golden Oreos or vanilla cookies, crushed
18 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
19 - 1 box (3 oz) strawberry gelatin powder (dry)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs (or crushed Golden Oreos), sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
03 - Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool.
04 - Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each until just incorporated.
05 - Pour cheesecake batter over cooled crust. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until center is slightly wobbly. Remove from oven and cool completely. Refrigerate at least 4 hours to set.
06 - Dissolve strawberry gelatin powder in boiling water, then stir in cold water. Chill until slightly thickened but not set, approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
07 - Gently fold whipped topping and chopped strawberries into gelatin mixture. Spread evenly over chilled cheesecake layer. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours until firm.
08 - Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread evenly over strawberry layer.
09 - Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and dry strawberry gelatin powder until crumbs are evenly coated and vibrant in color.
10 - Sprinkle the shortcake crumble generously over the whipped cream topping.
11 - Chill the assembled dessert until ready to serve. Run a knife around the edge to release from pan, slice, and serve.
