Mini Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Sandwich Bites

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

1. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until well combined.
2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a mini muffin tin or silicone mold.
3. Freeze for 10 minutes to set.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:

4. Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
5. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks.
7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
8. Spoon or pipe the filling onto the crust layer and freeze for at least 30 minutes.

3. Prepare the Strawberry Layer:

9. In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
10. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes). Let cool completely.
11. Spread a thin layer of the cooled strawberry mixture over the frozen cheesecake filling.

4. Make the Crunch Topping:

12. Mix crushed golden Oreos, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter in a small bowl until evenly combined.
13. Sprinkle generously over the strawberry layer, pressing gently to adhere.

5. Assemble the Sandwich Bites: