Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert fusion with this Snickers Strawberry Cheesecake! A rich, creamy cheesecake loaded with fresh strawberries and chunks of Snickers bars, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Drizzled with chocolate and caramel, this decadent treat delivers the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and fruity flavors in every bite. Perfect for special occasions or when you just need a luscious, show-stopping dessert!
Ingredients
Crust:
- 2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages (680g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240g) sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
Toppings:
- 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 Snickers bars, chopped
- ¼ cup (60ml) caramel sauce
- ¼ cup (60ml) chocolate sauce
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
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Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until fully combined.
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Bake the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust.
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55–60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Assemble the Toppings:
- Before serving, top the cheesecake with sliced strawberries and chopped Snickers bars.
- Drizzle with caramel and chocolate sauce.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Slice and serve chilled. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Variation: Swap out Snickers for Reese’s or Twix for a different flavor profile.
- Allergy Notes: Contains dairy, nuts (from Snickers), and gluten (graham crackers). Use gluten-free graham crackers if needed.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Cheesecake is best when made a day ahead to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: PT20M
- Cook Time: PT1H
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
- Calories: ~480 kcal
- Sugar: ~38g
- Sodium: ~320mg
- Fat: ~28g
- Saturated Fat: ~16g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~10g
- Trans Fat: ~0.5g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~7g
- Cholesterol: ~95mg
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