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Strawberry Cookie Crunch

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Feel like a kid again with this homemade strawberry crunch topping! It's a mix of crushed Golden Oreos, butter, and strawberry gelatin that turns crisp in the oven. Perfect to sprinkle on cakes, sundaes, or yogurt. Experiment with other gelatin flavors for a fresh twist, and it stays fresh for days in an airtight container.
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Updated on Sun, 23 Mar 2025 17:58:23 GMT
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Whip up a crunchy strawberry topper that's just as good as what you get from ice cream trucks. This easy three-ingredient mix delivers that perfect sweet berry taste with an amazing crisp texture that makes any dessert way better.

Making this brought back so many summer memories. This throwback strawberry crunch makes plain vanilla ice cream feel like something really special.

Main Components

  • Golden Oreo Cookies: They give you the perfect vanilla cookie foundation and creamy center. Regular or gluten-free options both do the job.
  • Strawberry Jell-O Mix: Adds that signature strawberry flavor and pretty pink color.
  • Melted Butter: Just enough to hold everything together while keeping things crispy.
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Easy Instructions

Get Your Cookies Ready:
Snap cookies into smaller pieces. Blend until they're fine crumbs, keeping the cream inside. If you don't have a blender, just put them in a bag and smash them well.
Mix Everything Together:
Put crumbs in a bowl. Add dry Jell-O powder only. Pour melted butter while mixing until it's all coated. It should be crumbly but stick slightly when pressed.
Finish It Off:
Spread thinly on a baking sheet. Break up any big clumps. Bake for 8 minutes until firm. Let it cool completely for the best crunch.

I came up with this while making a strawberry shortcake ice cream cake. Now I always keep some around for quick dessert upgrades.

Perfect Oven Setting

Go with 350°F for best results. This heat makes sure everything sets properly without burning the mix.

How To Keep It Fresh

Keep in tight containers at room temp. Glass jars with good seals work great for this.

Ways To Use It

Try it on breakfast yogurt, as cake decoration, or sprinkled over hot buttered toast.

Different Flavor Ideas

Try other Jell-O flavors too. The orange version makes an awesome creamsicle-like topping.

Expert Advice

  • Pulse your blender gently for even crumbs
  • Spread it super thin before baking
  • Use a silica packet in humid weather

This strawberry crunch mix brings back the taste of childhood summers. It's an easy way to add fun texture and flavor to anything sweet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How long will it stay fresh?
Keep it in a tightly sealed container at room temperature, and it should last around a week.
→ Can I make this without gluten?
Absolutely! Just swap the Golden Oreos with a gluten-free vanilla sandwich cookie.
→ Can I use a different flavor?
Of course! Use your favorite gelatin flavor and try something new each time.
→ Do I leave the Oreo filling in?
Yes, crush the cookies as-is without removing the filling.
→ Where can I use this topping?
Top your ice cream, layer it on your cakes, add it to yogurt, or toss it over anything that could use some crunch.

Strawberry Cookie Crunch

Golden Oreos and strawberry gelatin combine into a sweet, crumbly topping that mimics the old-school ice cream bar you know and love.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
8 Minutes
Total Time
18 Minutes

Category: Dessert Recipes

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 15 Servings

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

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

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Crush the Golden Oreos with the filling still inside. You can use a food processor or seal them in a bag and smash with a rolling pin or something sturdy.

Step 02

Grab a medium bowl and toss in the cookie crumbs. Add the melted butter and Jell-O powder, mixing everything until it all sticks together nicely.

Step 03

Take a lined or greased baking sheet and spread the mixture across it evenly. Bake for about 8 minutes in the oven.

Step 04

Once it’s out of the oven, just leave it alone and let it cool completely.

Notes

  1. Switch up the flavor by using any Jell-O you like!
  2. Need it gluten-free? Use a sandwich cookie like Glutino vanilla instead of Golden Oreos.
  3. It’ll stay fresh for at least a week if you keep it in a sealed container at room temperature.
  4. Tastes amazing on yogurt, cake, ice cream sandwiches, or just plain ice cream!

Tools You'll Need

  • A heavy tool like a mallet/rolling pin or a food processor
  • Mixing bowl (medium-sized)
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or a silicone mat for lining (optional)

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy due to the butter
  • Not suitable for gluten-free diets because of the Oreos

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 141
  • Total Fat: 7 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 19 g
  • Protein: 1 g