Strawberry Crunch Cake The Easiest Recipe Ever
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Crunch Cake, the easiest recipe ever! This cake features moist strawberry layers perfectly complemented by a creamy frosting and a crunchy topping that will make it the centerpiece of any gathering. Ideal for birthdays, family reunions, or simply as a sweet treat at home, this cake is sure to impress your guests and loved ones. With its vibrant flavors and easy preparation, you’ll find yourself making it time and again.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 3 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1 large whole egg, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup (160ml) whole milk, at room temperature
- 3-ounce package (85g) strawberry flavored vegan gelatin powder
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (270g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream or whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 4 cups (480g) confectioners' sugar, sifted
- 12 Golden sandwich cookies, cream filling removed
- 1 cup (about 25g) freeze-dried strawberries, lightly crushed
- 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk, gelatin powder, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the frosting by beating together softened butter and heavy cream, then gradually adding confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- For the crunch topping, crush Golden sandwich cookies and mix with freeze-dried strawberries.
- Once cooled, layer the cake with frosting and sprinkle with the crunch topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (97g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 51mg