Description
These Strawberry Crunch Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a delightful crunchy topping made from freeze-dried strawberries and golden Oreos. Finished with a touch of melted white chocolate chips, these brownies offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors in a simple, easy-to-make dessert.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 box (18.5 oz) brownie mix or homemade brownie batter
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup water
Strawberry Crunch Topping
- ½ cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- 1 cup crushed golden Oreos
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the brownies.
- Prepare Pan: Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Brownie Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, 2 large eggs, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and ¼ cup water. Stir until smooth and well combined according to the package instructions.
- Pour Batter: Pour the prepared brownie batter into the greased or lined baking pan, spreading it evenly for uniform baking.
- Combine Topping Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the crushed freeze-dried strawberries, crushed golden Oreos, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture becomes crumbly and well combined.
- Add Topping to Batter: Sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping evenly over the brownie batter in the pan to ensure every bite has a crunchy texture.
- Bake Brownies: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean but the brownies remain moist.
- Add White Chocolate Chips: During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the white chocolate chips on top of the brownies to allow them to melt slightly, adding a creamy sweetness.
- Cool: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan; this helps them set for clean cutting.
- Serve: Once cooled, slice the brownies into squares and enjoy your delicious Strawberry Crunch Brownies!
Notes
- For best texture, ensure the brownies cool completely before slicing.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add concentrated berry flavor without moisture; do not substitute with fresh strawberries.
- You can substitute golden Oreos with similar crunchy cookies if desired.
- The melted butter helps bind the crunchy topping for better adhesion and texture.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use a gluten-free brownie mix and gluten-free cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
