If you love cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and that nostalgic strawberry shortcake crunch, then these Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones are about to become your new favorite treat!
Crispy waffle cones are filled with a rich, fluffy cheesecake filling, loaded with juicy strawberries, and coated in a crunchy strawberry crumble topping. They’re easy, eye-catching, and perfect for parties, birthdays, baby showers, or a fun weekend dessert.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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No baking required
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Ready in under 20 minutes
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Great for parties and events
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Can be made ahead
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Customizable with toppings and fillings
🍓 Ingredients You Will Need
For the Cheesecake Filling
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16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping
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1 cup Golden Oreo cookies (crushed)
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1 cup freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry Jell-O powder
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4 tbsp melted butter
For Assembly
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6–8 waffle cones
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2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
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White chocolate drizzle (optional but highly recommended)
🍰 How to Make Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones
Step 1 – Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
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In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix well.
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Fold in the whipped heavy cream until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Refrigerate while preparing the cones.
Step 2 – Make the Strawberry Crunch Topping
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Crush the Golden Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
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Add freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry Jell-O powder.
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Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles a crunchy crumble.
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Set aside.
