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Strawberry Crunch Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Asma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Love strawberry crunch ice cream bars? You’ll adore this Strawberry Crunch Cake! Made with fluffy homemade strawberry cake, rich vanilla frosting, and a crunchy strawberry-Oreo topping, it’s the ultimate summer dessert. Perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 whole egg
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 3 oz package strawberry jello (powder only)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

For the Crunch Topping:

  • 12 golden Oreos (cream middles removed)
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

 Prepare the Oven and Pan:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray and set aside.

2. Make the Cake Batter:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Add sugar and beat until creamy.
  • Add egg whites and the whole egg, beating on high speed for about 2 minutes until fluffy.
  • Mix in milk, strawberry jello powder, and vanilla extract until combined.

3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined.

4. Bake the Cake:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool for at least 1 hour before frosting.

5. Make the Frosting:

  • Beat softened butter until creamy. Add heavy cream, vanilla, and salt, mixing until combined.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar while beating on medium speed. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.

6. Prepare the Crunch Topping:

  • Place golden Oreo cookies and freeze-dried strawberries in a Ziploc bag. Crush with a rolling pin until crumbly.
  • Add melted butter to the bag, seal, and toss to combine.

7. Assemble the Cake:

  • Spread the buttercream frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  • Sprinkle the crunch topping evenly across the frosting.

8. Serve and Enjoy:

  • Slice, serve, and enjoy this nostalgic summer treat!

Notes

  • Room Temperature Eggs: For smooth mixing, use room temperature eggs. Submerge them in warm water for 5 minutes if needed.
  • Freeze-Dried Strawberries: Look for them in the dried fruit aisle or order online.
  • Make Ahead: Frost the cake 1-2 days ahead and refrigerate. Add the crunch topping just before serving to keep it fresh.