Description
Strawberry Crunch is a delightful topping that adds a sweet, crunchy texture to various desserts like cakes, cupcakes, ice cream, and yogurt. It’s reminiscent of the coating on classic strawberry shortcake ice cream bars. Here’s a simple recipe to make your own Strawberry Crunch at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Golden Oreo cookies
- 1 (3-ounce) box of strawberry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Cookies: Place the Golden Oreo cookies into a food processor and pulse until you achieve coarse crumbs. If you don’t have a food processor, you can put the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix the cookie crumbs with the dry strawberry gelatin powder until well combined. Then, pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture is evenly coated.
- Bake the Crunch: Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Remove from the oven and allow the Strawberry Crunch to cool completely. Once cooled, break it into desired pieces if any large clusters have formed. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Notes
- Variations: For a more natural strawberry flavor, you can substitute the strawberry gelatin with freeze-dried strawberries. Simply process them into a powder and mix with the cookie crumbs and melted butter.
- Usage Suggestions: Sprinkle this Strawberry Crunch over cupcakes, ice cream sundaes, or a slice of cheesecake for a delightful burst of flavor and texture. You can also layer it between cake layers for added crunch and sweetness.