Description
Transport yourself back to nostalgic summer days with this vibrant Strawberry Crunch Cake. Featuring a moist, strawberry-infused sponge base topped with velvety cream cheese frosting and a signature buttery cookie crumb, this dessert balances sweet and tangy flavors perfectly. It is a stunning, bakery-style treat that is remarkably simple to prepare, making it the ideal centerpiece for potlucks, celebrations, or a simple afternoon indulgence. With its beautiful red crunch and tender texture, every bite is a delightful melody of contrasting flavors.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 package (6 ounces) strawberry Jello mix
1½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup crushed Golden Oreos
¼ cup melted butter (for topping)
½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square cake pan.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients and the strawberry Jello mix to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
For the crunch topping, mix crushed Golden Oreos, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter in a small bowl until combined.
Prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping over the frosting immediately before serving.
Notes
Store the cake in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese frosting. The crunch topping is best added right before serving to maintain its crisp texture. If you prefer a more intense strawberry flavor, add a drop of strawberry extract to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg