It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to celebrate than with a Strawberry Crunch Cake that’s as festive as the season itself! This cake is a true showstopper, featuring layers of fluffy cake, creamy strawberry filling, and a crunchy, sweet topping that’s impossible to resist.
Perfect for Christmas parties, family gatherings, or any holiday treat table, this cake adds a splash of color and a burst of flavor to your celebrations. The strawberry crunch topping adds a fun, crunchy texture that perfectly complements the smooth, rich layers of cake and filling.
What makes it special? The combination of light cake and the strawberry crunch topping makes each bite a delicious balance of flavors and textures. It’s a treat that’s as fun to make as it is to share, and it’s sure to bring smiles to everyone’s face.
Ready to make this festive, fun, and delicious Strawberry Crunch Cake? Let’s get started and make your Christmas celebrations a little sweeter!
Strawberry Crunch Cake
Equipment
- Ziploc bag and rolling pin (for crushing oreos)
- Electric mixer
- Cooling rack
- 9×13-inch baking pan
Ingredients
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ⅔ cup milk
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, room temperature
- 2¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1¼ cups granulated white sugar
- 3 oz package strawberry jello, just the powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 egg whites
- 1 egg
Crunch Topping
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 12 Golden Oreos
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Frosting
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup unsalted butter, 2 sticks, room temperature▢
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch pan with non-stick spray.
- Beat the butter, sugar, egg whites, and egg until creamy and fluffy.
- Add milk, Jello powder, and vanilla, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then combine with the wet ingredients and mix on low speed.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for an hour.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy, then add cream, vanilla, salt, and powdered sugar, beating until fluffy.
- Crush Oreos and dried strawberries together, add melted butter, and mix.
Notes
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- For a smoother crunch topping, pulse the Oreos and dried strawberries in a food processor.
Nutrition Facts:
| Calories | 680kcal |
| Total Fat | 32g |
| Carbohydrates | 92g |
| Protein | 6g |
What to Avoid While Making Strawberry Crunch Cake?
- Using Too Much Jello Powder: Adding more Jello powder than the recipe calls for can make the cake overly sweet or change its texture. Stick to the specified amount to maintain balance.
- Under- or Over-Crushing Oreos and Strawberries: If the Oreo and strawberry mixture isn’t crushed enough, the crunch won’t form properly. Conversely, crushing it too finely can result in a powdery topping instead of a crunchy texture. Aim for rough, pea-sized crumbs.
- Using Margarine Instead of Butter: While margarine may seem like a substitute, it doesn’t provide the same creamy texture and flavor as butter, which is essential for both the cake and frosting. Always use butter for the best results.