Description
Strawberry Crunch Brownies are a delightful twist on classic brownies, featuring a moist strawberry-flavored base studded with creamy white chocolate chips, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and finished with a crunchy strawberry syrup-coated vanilla cookie crumble. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup salted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Frosting
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tub whipped topping (8 oz, thawed)
Topping
- 36 vanilla sandwich cookies
- ¼ cup strawberry syrup
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, one large egg, melted salted butter, and heavy cream. Mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips to evenly distribute them.
- Bake Brownies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
- Make Frosting: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing well. Fold in the whipped topping gently to maintain a light texture. Spread this frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
- Prepare Topping: Place the vanilla sandwich cookies into a food processor and crush them into fine crumbs. In a bowl, mix the cookie crumbs with the strawberry syrup until the mixture is slightly sticky and combined well. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the frosted brownies for a crunchy, fruity finish.
- Serve: Cut the finished brownies into 24 squares and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your decadent Strawberry Crunch Brownies!
Notes
- Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- For a firmer topping, refrigerate the brownies after frosting and topping is applied.
- Using fresh strawberry syrup can enhance the fruit flavor in the topping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- These brownies are best served chilled or at room temperature for the perfect texture contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
