Name: Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pint strawberries, hulled and fine diced; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp fresh squeezed lemon juice; 14 Golden Oreos; ½ oz freeze dried strawberries; 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; ⅛ tsp kosher salt; 8 waffle cones; 10 oz vanilla melting wafers (or white chocolate); ¼ cup strawberry crunch crumble (for topping); 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature; 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp lemon juice; ⅛ tsp kosher salt (Diamond Crystal); ¼ cup sour cream; 1¼ cup heavy whipping cream, cold; 8 strawberries, hulled and sliced; ¼ cup strawberry compote (for topping the cones)

Ingredients

1 pint strawberries, hulled and finely diced

½ cup granulated sugar

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

14 Golden Oreos

½ oz freeze dried strawberries

3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

⅛ tsp kosher salt

10 oz vanilla melting wafers (or white chocolate)

8 waffle cones

16 oz cream cheese, room temperature

1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp lemon juice

⅛ tsp kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)

¼ cup sour cream

1¼ cups heavy whipping cream, cold

8 strawberries, hulled and sliced (for topping)

¼ cup strawberry crunch crumble (for topping the cones)

¼ cup strawberry compote (for topping the cones)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the strawberry compote by combining diced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium until simmering, then reduce to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2: Prepare the strawberry crunch topping by blending Golden Oreos, freeze dried strawberries, melted butter, and kosher salt in a food processor until it reaches a fine crumb texture.

Step 3: Melt the vanilla melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until fully smooth.

Step 4: Dip the open end of each waffle cone into the melted wafers, shake off excess, and immediately roll in the strawberry crunch crumble. Stand cones upright in a rack or on a parchment-lined sheet tray. Repeat until all cones are coated.

Step 5: Make the no-bake cheesecake filling by beating cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium speed for 1 minute until smooth.

Step 6: Add powdered sugar and mix on low just until combined, then increase speed and beat for 1 more minute.

Step 7: Stir in vanilla extract, lemon juice, and kosher salt, then mix in sour cream until smooth.

Step 8: In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.

Step 9: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining a light texture.

Step 10: Spoon or pipe a tablespoon of strawberry compote into the bottom of each prepared cone.

Step 11: Fill each cone with the no-bake cheesecake mixture using a piping bag for a neat finish.

Step 12: Top each cone with additional strawberry crunch crumble, a dollop of strawberry compote, and fresh sliced strawberries.

Step 13: Serve the cones immediately and enjoy the creamy, crunchy strawberry delight!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a splash of strawberry liqueur to the compote while cooking.

Try using chocolate melting wafers instead of vanilla for a richer coating on the cone edges.

Freeze dried raspberries can be used in place of strawberries for a different berry crunch.

To make the cones vegan, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with coconut-based alternatives and use dairy-free melting wafers.

Storage

Store assembled cheesecake cones in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours to keep them fresh. The cones may soften over time, so it’s best to enjoy them soon after assembling. If storing the cheesecake filling and toppings separately, keep them refrigerated and assemble just before serving. Reheat is not recommended for this dessert.

FAQs

Can I prepare these cones in advance?

You can prepare the compote, crunch topping, and cheesecake filling a day ahead and store them separately in the refrigerator. Assemble the cones shortly before serving for the best texture and flavor.

What can I substitute for vanilla melting wafers?

If you don’t have vanilla melting wafers, white chocolate chips or any white chocolate will work similarly. Just melt carefully in short intervals to avoid burning.