# Components:
→ Crust
01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs or Golden Oreo cookies, crushed
02 - 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Cheesecake Layer
04 - 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 3 large eggs, at room temperature
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Layer
09 - 1 box (3 ounces) strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
10 - 1 cup boiling water
11 - 0.5 cup cold water
12 - 1 cup whipped topping (such as 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 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Shortcake Crumble
17 - 20 Golden Oreo or vanilla cookies, crushed
18 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
19 - 1 box (3 ounces) strawberry-flavored gelatin mix, dry powder
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs or crushed Golden Oreos with granulated sugar and melted butter until evenly moistened; firmly press into the base of a 9-inch springform pan.
03 - Bake crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow it to cool completely.
04 - Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy; add sour cream and vanilla extract and mix until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each addition just until incorporated.
05 - Pour batter over cooled crust and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly. Remove from oven and cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours to set.
06 - Dissolve strawberry gelatin mix in 1 cup boiling water, stir in 0.5 cup cold water; chill until thickened but not fully set (30 to 45 minutes).
07 - Fold whipped topping and chopped strawberries into thickened gelatin. Spread evenly over chilled cheesecake layer and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours until firm.
08 - Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a cold bowl until stiff peaks form; spread gently over the 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 shortcake crumble generously over the whipped cream layer.
11 - Refrigerate until ready to serve. Run a knife around the pan edge, release and slice carefully before serving.
