Fresh strawberries + a cheesecake filling + a sugar cookie crust = dessert heaven. This easy Cheesecake Strawberry Tart is the perfect mix of sweet, creamy, and fruity—and it looks just as good as it tastes.
A Fun Little Story
Want to hear something wild? I once smuggled an entire tart into a movie theater.
Here’s what happened: I shared a picture of this tart on Instagram, and a friend jokingly asked me to bring it to girls’ night. So naturally, I grabbed the biggest purse I owned, packed the tart, forks, and plates, and walked right into the theater. My friends and I devoured every last bite before the previews ended. Honestly? Zero regrets.
Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake Strawberry Tart
If you’re searching for a show-stopping dessert that’s secretly simple, this Strawberry Cheesecake Tart is it. Whether you’re entertaining guests, heading to a party (or movie!!), or if you just want to make something special for your family, this tart checks all the boxes.
- Quick + Easy – The filling comes together in minutes.
- Semi-Homemade – A sugar cookie crust keeps it simple (but still impressive).
- Crowd-Pleaser – Nobody says no to strawberries and cream cheese.
- Make-Ahead Friendly – Perfect for parties, picnics, or even sneaking into a movie theater… (more on that below!).
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 16 oz sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz strawberry Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Zest and juice of ½ lemon
For the Strawberry Topping
- 2 lbs strawberries, washed and hulled
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp strawberry Jell-O powder
Instructions
- Bake the Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour two tart dishes.
- Divide sugar cookie dough in half, roll into circles slightly larger than the tart pans, and press into the dishes.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, until lightly golden. Watch closely so they don’t overbake. Cool completely.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour half of the mixture into each cooled crust. Cover and refrigerate until set.
- Prepare the Strawberry Glaze
- In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cornstarch. Boil until mixture becomes clear.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Jell-O powder.
- Assemble the Tart
- Arrange strawberries on top of the chilled cheesecake filling.
- Brush glaze over strawberries with a pastry brush. (Cover the exposed cheesecake edges if desired.)
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Recipe Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: If preparing a day in advance, brush the inside of the cooled sugar cookie crust with melted white chocolate before adding the filling. This keeps the crust from getting soggy—and hello, extra chocolate!
- Serving Suggestion: Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled.
More Strawberry Recipes You’ll Love
This Cheesecake Strawberry Tart is light, fresh, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Whip it up for your next get-together (or sneak it into a movie theater—you didn’t hear that from me).
Easy Strawberry Tart
Ingredients
for the crust –
- 16 oz Sugar Cookie Dough, store-bought or homemade
for the cheesecake:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz strawberry greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
for the strawberry topping:
- 2 lbs strawberries, washed and hulled
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp strawberry Jell-o powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease and flour 2 tart dishes. Divide sugar cookie dough in half. Roll each half into a circle just bigger than the dish (roll it out onto parchment…makes transfer much easier), then press the dough into the dish. Repeat for second dish.
- Bake until edges are lightly browned, 10-15 minutes. Recipes and crust thickness will vary, so watch them after 10 minutes so they don’t overbake. Cool.
- Add the cheesecake ingredients to a medium mixing bowl, and mix until thoroughly combined. Pour half of the cheesecake mixture into each cooked and cooled sugar cookie crust.
- Cover and refrigerate until cheesecake is set.
- Arrange strawberries in desired pattern on the cheesecake.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar and cornstarch, and boil until clear.
- Remove from heat and add the Jell-o powder. Thoroughly combine.
- With a pastry brush, brush the Jello-o mixtures over the strawberries. If desired, cover the exposed cheesecake edges (or leave as-is, depending on the look you’re going for!).
- Return to refrigerator until ready to serve.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR – Becky is the cook/photographer/writer/eater behind the blog Bite of Delight. Becky was a food contributor on Somewhat Simple in 2017.
