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Strawberry Animal Cookie Cheesecake

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Strawberry Animal Cookie Cheesecake is a fun and indulgent dessert featuring a frosted animal cookie crust, creamy strawberry and funfetti cheesecake layers, and playful toppings of whipped cream, white chocolate, and sprinkles. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, and anytime you need a colorful, nostalgic treat!

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups crushed pink frosted animal cookies
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tbsp melted butter

For the Strawberry Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp strawberry gelatin (Jell-O powder)
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)

For the Funfetti Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup rainbow sprinkles

For the Toppings:

  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips, melted
  • ¼ cup strawberry glaze
  • Crushed frosted animal cookies
  • Extra rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust

    • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
    • Mix crushed animal cookies, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
    • Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
    • Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.

  • Make the Strawberry Cheesecake Layer

    • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
    • Add strawberry gelatin, eggs (one at a time), vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix well.
    • Stir in pink food coloring if using.
    • Pour over the cooled crust and smooth the top.

  • Make the Funfetti Cheesecake Layer

    • Beat cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
    • Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract.
    • Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles to prevent bleeding.
    • Pour over the strawberry layer and smooth out the top.

  • Bake & Cool

    • Place the springform pan in a large roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the cheesecake pan to create a water bath.
    • Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-55 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
    • Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside for 1 hour with the door slightly open.
    • Remove from the oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  • Decorate

    • Top the cheesecake with whipped cream.
    • Drizzle with melted white chocolate and strawberry glaze.
    • Sprinkle crushed frosted animal cookies and extra rainbow sprinkles for a fun, colorful finish.
    • Slice and serve!

Notes

  • Chocolate Twist: Add a layer of melted white chocolate between the cheesecake layers.
  • Oreo Crust: Swap the animal cookie crust for crushed Golden Oreos.
  • Berry Blast: Fold in fresh diced strawberries for extra fruitiness.
  • Extra Crunch: Top with crushed graham crackers or more frosted animal cookies.
  • Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping.

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