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Strawberry Crunch Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 servings 1x

Description

These Strawberry Crunch Brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, combining a moist strawberry-flavored brownie base with a creamy frosting layer and a crunchy strawberry syrup-coated cookie topping. Perfect for berry lovers and those seeking a unique dessert with layers of texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie layer:

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box strawberry cake mix
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

Frosting layer:

  • 1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (8-ounce) tub whipped topping

Topping:

  • 36 vanilla sandwich cookies
  • ¼ cup strawberry syrup
  • Fresh strawberries (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all the required ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with baking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix Brownie Batter: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, egg, melted butter, and heavy cream. Stir until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Add White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
  5. Bake Brownie Layer: Pour and spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 18-23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are golden brown.
  6. Cool Brownies: Allow the baked brownies to cool completely to room temperature before frosting.
  7. Prepare Frosting Mixture: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Add Sour Cream and Vanilla: Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
  9. Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, then spread this frosting evenly over the cooled brownie layer.
  10. Prepare Cookie Topping: Place vanilla sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until roughly crumbled, taking care not to completely pulverize them.
  11. Coat Crumbs with Strawberry Syrup: Add the strawberry syrup to the cookie crumbs and pulse again until the crumbs are coated and have taken on a slight pink hue.
  12. Assemble and Serve: Sprinkle the strawberry-coated cookie crumbs evenly over the frosted brownies. Cut into squares and serve immediately, or chill until ready to serve. Optionally, garnish with fresh strawberries for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Make sure the brownies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • You can substitute vanilla sandwich cookies with any other vanilla-flavored cream-filled cookies if preferred.
  • For extra freshness, garnish with fresh sliced strawberries before serving.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • The strawberry syrup can be replaced with homemade strawberry puree or jam for a more natural topping.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry brownies, white chocolate brownies, strawberry dessert, creamy frosting brownies, crunchy topping brownies, easy bake dessert

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