Description
A delightful dessert that combines a crunchy pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and vibrant strawberry flavors, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3⁄4 cups finely crushed pretzel thins
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 7–8 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 1/2 lbs cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp flour
- 5 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
- 3 3⁄4 cups crushed pretzel thins
- 1/3 cup milk powder
- 4 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 9 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 6 tbsp powdered sugar
- 4 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder
- Store-bought strawberry sauce for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a large bowl, mix crushed pretzels with powdered sugar and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Set aside and wrap the pan in foil.
- In a mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar, then flour. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly. Stir in vanilla extract. Separate half of the batter; add freeze-dried strawberry powder and strawberry jam to one half. Pour alternating scoops of both batters into the crust. Add water to the roasting pan and bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until set. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Mix crushed pretzels with milk powder, freeze-dried strawberry powder, and sugar. Stir in melted butter, form clusters, and spread on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until golden, then cool completely.
- In a stand mixer, whisk heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and freeze-dried strawberry powder, then beat until stiff peaks form. Pipe onto cheesecake.
- Top cheesecake with strawberry pretzel streusel and drizzle with strawberry sauce before serving.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Use a water bath while baking to prevent cracks. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 130 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, strawberry, pretzel, creamy