# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs or Golden Oreos, crushed
02 - 0.5 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 mix
10 - 1 cup boiling water
11 - 0.5 cup cold water
12 - 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or whipped cream)
13 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
→ Whipped Cream Topping
14 - 2 cups heavy cream
15 - 0.25 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
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs or crushed Golden Oreos with sugar and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press firmly into the base of a 9-inch springform pan.
03 - Bake crust for 10 minutes, then remove and set aside to cool completely.
04 - Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, beating gently until just combined.
05 - Pour batter over cooled crust and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until center is slightly wobbly. Remove from oven and cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours to set.
06 - Dissolve strawberry gelatin mix in boiling water, stir in cold water, and chill until thickened but not set (30 to 45 minutes).
07 - Fold whipped topping and chopped strawberries into thickened gelatin and spread evenly over chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours until firm.
08 - Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form. Spread over strawberry layer evenly.
09 - Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and dry strawberry gelatin powder until crumbs are fully coated and colored vibrantly.
10 - Sprinkle shortcake crumble generously over whipped cream topping and chill until ready to serve.
11 - Run a knife around the pan’s edge to release. Slice and serve chilled.
