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Strawberry Crunch Cake

Delicious Strawberry Crunch Cake for Sweet Nostalgic Moments

This Strawberry Crunch Cake blends soft, moist cake with creamy frosting and a crispy topping, evoking nostalgic summer memories.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or melted coconut oil
  • 3 large Eggs
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness
  • 2-4 tablespoons Heavy Whipping Cream Gradually added for consistency
For the Topping
  • 12 pieces Golden Oreos, cream removed
  • 1 cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries Opt for unsweetened
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Food Processor
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix with a hand mixer for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and bake for about 25 minutes. Check with a toothpick to ensure it's fully baked.
  4. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Beat together the softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  6. Gradually add in powdered sugar, mixing on low then increasing to medium until smooth. Adjust with heavy cream for spreadable consistency.
  7. Crush Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor, then mix with melted butter.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly on the cooled cake using a spatula.
  9. Sprinkle the crunch topping over the frosting and gently press it in so it adheres.
  10. Slice the cake into squares and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use a warm knife for cutting and store the cake covered to maintain freshness.

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