Description
Strawberry Crunch Topping is a delightful and versatile dessert garnish that brings a sweet and tangy flavor, coupled with a satisfying crunch. Perfect for enhancing ice creams, cakes, cheesecakes, and more, this topping is reminiscent of childhood treats but with a modern twist. It’s easy to make and can be customized to suit various dietary need
Ingredients
Scale
- 22 Golden Oreos
- 1 (3-oz) package Strawberry Jell-O – Powder only
- 4–6 TBS Salted Butter, melted and cooled
- (For a no-bake version, substitute Strawberry Jell-O with 1-ounce package Freeze-Dried Strawberries)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: For the baked version, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Crush Oreos: In a food processor, pulse the Golden Oreos until they turn into coarse crumbs.
- Add Flavor: For the baked version, sprinkle Strawberry Jell-O powder over the crushed Oreos and pulse to combine. For the no-bake version, add freeze-dried strawberries instead.
- Combine with Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and pulse until it forms a crumbly texture.
- Bake (Baked Version Only): Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 7-10 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Cool: Allow the topping to cool completely before using.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and vegan sandwich cookies.
- Gluten-free sandwich cookies can be used for a gluten-free version.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking / No-Bake
- Cuisine: American