Strawberry Cheesecake Crumble: A Decadent Layered Delight

This strawberry cheesecake crumble combines the creaminess of a traditional cheesecake with the sweet and tangy burst of strawberry jam, topped with a buttery crumble. The luscious cheesecake filling is creamy and rich, perfectly balanced by the homemade strawberry topping. The crumble adds a satisfying crunch to every bite, creating a dessert that is as texturally exciting as it is tasty. Whether you’re serving it for a special occasion or simply enjoying it midweek, this dessert is sure to please everyone.

Why you’ll love this recipe
You’ll love this strawberry cheesecake crumble because it perfectly combines creaminess, fruitiness, and crunch. The velvety cream cheese filling melts in your mouth, while the homemade strawberry jam adds a burst of sweet and tart flavors. The crumble on top provides a satisfying contrast, making this dessert rich yet balanced. It’s a perfect dessert for anyone who loves the creamy texture of cheesecake, but appreciates an extra layer of texture and sweetness. Plus, with the option of using fresh or frozen strawberries, this recipe is versatile and can be enjoyed all year round.

Perfect opportunity
This strawberry cheesecake crumble is perfect for special events such as birthdays, family dinners or holiday parties. It’s also ideal for more casual gatherings, such as a weekend barbecue or a cosy evening with friends. As it’s best served chilled after being refrigerated overnight, it’s an ideal dessert to make ahead of time, freeing you from any last-minute stress on the day of your event. The combination of fresh strawberries and a crumbly topping makes it perfect for spring and summer, but its rich, indulgent texture means it can be enjoyed all year round.

Decorating Tips
For a beautiful presentation, spread the homemade strawberry jam evenly over the top of the cheesecake layer before adding the crumble. This will create a bright red layer that contrasts with the golden crumble topping. Once the dessert is fully baked and cooled, you can garnish it with fresh strawberries or a little icing sugar for an elegant touch. If you want to make it even more visually appealing, serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of extra strawberry sauce on the plate.

Cheesecake Filling:

• 450 g cream cheese
• 45g icing sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 30 g of condensed milk
• 200 ml whipping cream
• 1/4 cup homemade strawberry jam
• 2 eggs
• 30 g all-purpose flour

Instructions for cheesecake filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, icing sugar, vanilla extract, whipping cream and condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the strawberry jam and mix well to incorporate.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring gently until completely combined.
4. Finally, add the all-purpose flour and mix until completely incorporated.

Strawberry Jam Filling:

• Fresh or frozen strawberries (as needed)
• Sugar (to taste)
• A little lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with a little water to create a slurry)

Instructions for Strawberry Jam Filling:

1. In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar and lemon juice over low heat.
2. Stir the mixture and bring to a gentle boil.
3. Once boiling, add the cornstarch slurry and continue stirring until the mixture thickens.
4. Remove from heat and let jam cool.

Crumble topping:

• 50 g all-purpose flour
• 30 g of soft brown sugar
• 30g cold butter

Instructions for crumble topping:

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and cold butter.
2. Using your fingers, rub the ingredients together until the mixture forms large and small crumble pieces.

Assembly:

1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Pour cheesecake filling into prepared baking dish or pan.
3. Spread the strawberry jam evenly over the top of the cheesecake layer.
4. Spread the crumble mixture over the strawberry jam layer.
5. Bake the cheesecake for 50 minutes or until the crumble is golden and the cheesecake is set.
6. Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating overnight.

Enjoy this delicious strawberry cheesecake crumble!