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Strawberry Crunch Cake

  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful layered cake that features fresh strawberries and a rich ermine frosting, topped with a crunchy cookie mixture. Perfect for celebrations or sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 6 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 oz freeze-dried strawberry powder (optional)
  • 1 tbsp strawberry extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pink gel food coloring (optional)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups butter, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 16 golden Oreo cookies
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • Fresh whole strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and spray with nonstick baking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar on high speed until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in melted butter, oil, strawberry jam, freeze-dried strawberry powder (if using), strawberry extract, vanilla extract, and food coloring (if using).
  5. Fold in half of the flour mixture, add buttermilk, then sift in the remaining flour and mix until combined.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the Ermine frosting, cook flour, sugar, and salt with milk and vanilla over medium heat, stirring until thickened. Cool the mixture, then beat in room temperature butter until fluffy.
  9. For the crunch topping, crush golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries, and mix them with melted butter.
  10. Assemble the cake with layers of frosting and crunch topping, and garnish with fresh strawberries.
  11. Chill the cake until ready to serve.

Notes

Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. For a stronger strawberry flavor, add more strawberry jam or use fresh strawberries in the layers. Don’t skip chilling the cake before serving to meld the flavors together.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: strawberry cake, dessert recipe, celebration cake, layer cake

Find it online: https://sweettreatsrecipes.com/strawberry-crunch-cake/