What are strawberry crunch cookies?

Strawberry crunch cookies refer to the crumbly topping made from crushed Golden Oreo cookies, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter, adding texture to the strawberry crunch salad.

How do you make strawberry crunch topping?

Pulse 16 Golden Oreo cookies and 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor until fine. Mix with 1/4 cup melted butter to create a sweet, crunchy topping.

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of freeze-dried?

Fresh strawberries are too moist for the strawberry crunch topping. Stick with freeze-dried strawberries for that crisp, intense flavor and texture.

How do I store strawberry crunch cookies?

Keep the strawberry crunch topping in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Store the assembled salad in the fridge for 3 days.

Can I make these cookies without cream cheese frosting?

Skip the cream cheese and use extra whipped cream or a vanilla pudding layer for a lighter strawberry crunch salad.

What is an icebox cake?

An icebox cake, like this strawberry crunch salad, is a no-bake dessert layered with cookies, cream, or fruit, chilled until set for a creamy, cohesive treat.

Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?

Thaw and drain frozen strawberries thoroughly to avoid a watery salad, but fresh strawberries offer the best flavor and texture.

How long should I refrigerate an icebox cake?

Chill the strawberry crunch salad for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to ensure the layers set firmly and flavors meld.

Can I make this dessert gluten-free?

Swap Golden Oreos for gluten-free cookies and confirm the jello powder is gluten-free to create a fully gluten-free strawberry crunch salad.

Strawberry Crunch Salad: How To Make This Popular No-Bake Dessert

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A nostalgic no-bake strawberry crunch salad with creamy layers and a sweet, crunchy topping, perfect for summer gatherings.

Author: Myra L. Dennis
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

1 cup freeze-dried strawberries

16 Golden Oreo cookies

1 package (3 oz) strawberry jello powder

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup whipped cream

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 cup melted butter

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Instructions

1. Dissolve strawberry jello powder in 1 cup boiling water; cool.

2. Mix cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

3. Fold in whipped cream.

4. Spread half the cream mixture in a 9×13 dish.

5. Layer sliced fresh strawberries over cream.

6. Pour cooled jello over strawberries.

7. Spread remaining cream mixture on top.

8. Pulse Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor; mix with melted butter.

9. Sprinkle strawberry crunch topping over dessert.

10. Chill for 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Use gluten-free cookies for a gluten-free version.

Thaw frozen strawberries if substituting for fresh.

Find it online: https://www.snazzyfood.com/strawberry-crunch-salad-no-bake-dessert/