1️⃣ Preheat oven:
Preheat to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

2️⃣ Prepare the crust:
Crush Golden Oreos into fine crumbs (using a food processor or by hand in a bag with a rolling pin). Mix with melted butter until fully combined. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then let cool slightly.

3️⃣ Make the cheesecake filling:
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.

4️⃣ Assemble the bars:
Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly. In a small bowl, mix the strawberry jam with water to thin slightly. Drop spoonfuls of the jam on top of the cheesecake layer and swirl gently with a knife or skewer.

5️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let cool with the door slightly open for 10 minutes.

6️⃣ Chill:
Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

7️⃣ Slice and serve:
Cut into bars and enjoy!