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Delicious Strawberry Crunch

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Crush Golden Oreos, mix with melted butter and strawberry gelatin, and bake into a crispy topping. Add this sprinkle of magic to cakes, ice cream, or anything you want to sweeten up. You can swap gelatin flavors to try new twists, and it stays fresh in a sealed container for days.
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Whip up a crunchy strawberry sprinkle that beats what you'd get from any ice cream truck. This easy homemade mix needs just three things to nail that perfect sweet berry taste with an addictive crackly bite that makes your desserts way better.

Making this brought back so many summer memories. This throwback strawberry crunch makes plain vanilla ice cream taste magical.

Essential Components

  • Golden Oreo Cookies: They've got the right vanilla base and creamy middle. Regular or gluten-free options both work great.
  • Strawberry Jell-O Mix: Gives you that strawberry flavor everyone loves and the pretty pink color.
  • Melted Butter: Just enough to stick everything together while keeping things crispy.
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Simple Instructions

Get Your Cookies Ready:
Snap cookies into pieces. Blend until fine crumbs form, keeping the filling. Don't have a blender? Put them in a bag and smash them up good.
Mix Everything Together:
Put crumbs in a bowl. Dump in dry Jell-O powder. Pour melted butter while mixing until everything looks even. You'll get a crumbly mix that barely sticks.
Finish It Off:
Spread thinly on a baking sheet. Break up any clumps. Bake for 8 minutes till it sets. Let it cool completely for that nice crunch.

I came up with this while making a strawberry shortcake ice cream cake. Now I always keep some around to fancy up desserts in seconds.

Perfect Baking Heat

Go with 350°F for the best results. This heat makes everything set right without burning the mix.

Keeping It Fresh

Keep it in airtight containers at room temp. Small glass jars work really well for this.

Ways To Use It

Try it on breakfast yogurt, to decorate cakes, or sprinkled over hot buttered toast.

Different Twists

Try other Jell-O flavors too. The orange kind makes an amazing creamsicle-style topping.

Expert Tricks

  • Pulse quickly for even-sized crumbs
  • Spread super thin before baking
  • Throw in a silica packet if your kitchen gets humid

This strawberry crunch mix really brings back those summer vibes. It's an easy way to add some good memories and awesome texture to anything sweet.

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Common Questions

→ How long will it last?
Keep it in a sealed container at room temperature, and it should be good for around a week.
→ Can I make a gluten-free version?
Sure! Swap out Golden Oreos for gluten-free sandwich cookies or any similar option.
→ Can I use another flavor?
Of course! Use any gelatin flavor you like for a fresh twist.
→ Do I remove the cream in the Oreos?
Nope, don’t bother separating them—crush them whole for the best texture.
→ What desserts can I add this to?
Sprinkle it on ice cream, layer it with cakes or yogurt, or top anything that could use some crunch!

Crunch Strawberry Delight

Golden Oreos and strawberry Jell-O combine to make a tasty, nostalgic dessert topping. Just like the coating on your favorite ice cream bars, it’s sweet and crunchy.

Preparation
10 Mins
Cooking Duration
8 Mins
Complete Duration
18 Mins
By: sofia


Complexity: Simple

Origin: American

Output: 15 Portions

Diet Types: Plant-Based (with dairy/eggs)

What You'll Need

→ Main Ingredients

01 1 packet (3 oz) of Strawberry Jell-O mix
02 4 tablespoons melted butter
03 24 whole Golden Oreos

Preparation Steps

01 Step

Crush the Golden Oreos (don’t toss the filling) into fine crumbs. Use a food processor to make it quick, or toss them in a bag and whack them with a rolling pin or something similar. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

02 Step

Combine the Oreo crumbs, Jell-O powder, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Stir until it’s all evenly mixed together.

03 Step

Grab a greased or lined baking sheet and spread the mixture out evenly. Bake it for about 8 minutes in your preheated oven.

04 Step

Once it’s out of the oven, just set it aside and let it cool off completely before handling.

Additional Tips

  1. Experiment with different Jell-O flavors to switch things up.
  2. Can’t have gluten? Use gluten-free cookies like Glutino vanilla ones instead of Golden Oreos.
  3. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature, and you’re good for at least a week.
  4. Add it as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, cake, or even ice cream sandwiches—it’s delish!

Required Equipment

  • Food processor or just something to smash with, like a rolling pin or mallet
  • Baking sheet to spread the mixture on
  • Liners like parchment paper or a silicone mat (optional)
  • A bowl that’s medium-sized to mix everything in

Allergen Notice

Review ingredients for possible allergens and seek professional medical advice if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy because of the butter
  • Not safe for gluten-free diets since Golden Oreos have gluten

Nutritional Information (Each Portion)

Consider these values as estimates rather than definitive health guidance.
  • Energy: 141
  • Fat Content: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Protein Content: 1 g