Strawberry Crunch Cake

Directions

  1. 1Prepare and bake the cake according to the package directions. Allow it to cool completely.
  2. 2Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in the boiling water, then stir in the cold water.
  3. 3Poke holes all over the cooled cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  4. 4Slowly pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  5. 5Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. 6Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  7. 7Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy.
  8. 8Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
  9. 9Spread evenly over the chilled cake.
  10. 10Crush the Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries into fine crumbs.
  11. 11Mix with melted butter until crumbly.
  12. 12Sprinkle the strawberry crunch mixture generously over the frosting.
  13. 13Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 box white or vanilla cake mix
  • 1 box strawberry gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 0.5 cup cold water
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 package Golden Oreo cookies
  • 0.25 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted

Equipment

wooden spoonsharp knife

Tips

  • For clean slices, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe it dry between cuts.
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