Description
Strawberry Crunch Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with a crunchy topping for a unique texture experience. This cake is a showstopper, perfect for any occasion, from picnics to dinner parties. Its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas are sure to impress your guests, while the simple ingredients make it accessible for novice bakers. Enjoy every bite of this flavorful creation that promises to become a cherished recipe in your collection.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (diced)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strawberry Jello powder
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in flour and baking powder alternately with milk, starting and ending with flour.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract and diced strawberries without overmixing.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean when inserted in the center.
- While cakes cool, mix crushed graham crackers with strawberry Jello powder; add melted butter until crumbly.
- Once cooled, assemble the cake by layering whipped cream or frosting between layers and topping with half of the crunchy mixture on each layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg