Description
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Crinkle Cake, a heavenly fusion of creamy cheesecake, juicy strawberries, and crispy layers of filo pastry. This easy-to-make dessert features a rich cream cheese filling topped with fresh strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for any occasion, it combines the best of both worlds—smooth cheesecake and crispy pastry—for a dessert that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
10 sheets filo pastry
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
For the Garnish:
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Extra fresh strawberries, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Lay out a sheet of filo pastry and brush it lightly with melted butter. Repeat with the remaining filo sheets, stacking them on top of each other.
- Gently crumple the stacked filo sheets lengthwise into an accordion shape and place them into the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract and milk until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crumpled filo in the baking dish, making sure it seeps into all the layers. Scatter the sliced strawberries over the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filo is golden and crispy, and the cheesecake layer is set.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with extra fresh strawberries.
Notes
For best results, use fresh strawberries. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry before adding to the cake.
If you prefer a different fruit topping, feel free to substitute with raspberries or blueberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake Crinkle Cake, Cheesecake Dessert, Filo Pastry Cake, Strawberry Dessert, Easy Cheesecake Recipe