Description
make this easy Strawberry Crunch topping in just 5 minutes! A sweet, buttery mix of vanilla wafers and freeze-dried strawberries, perfect for cakes, ice cream, and more. Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups vanilla wafers (or golden Oreos)
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients – Place vanilla wafers and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor.
- Blend – Pulse until the mixture reaches a coarse crumb consistency, ensuring some texture remains.
- Add Butter – Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and pulse a few more times until combined.
- Final Touch – If using vanilla extract, mix it in gently with a spoon.
- Use or Store – Immediately sprinkle over desserts or store in an airtight container for later use.
Notes
- Chocolate Crunch – Swap vanilla wafers for chocolate sandwich cookies.
- Nutty Crunch – Add crushed almonds or pecans for added texture.
- Coconut Twist – Mix in toasted coconut flakes for a tropical twist.
- Healthier Option – Use whole-grain graham crackers instead of vanilla wafers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: dessert topping
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Crunch, Strawberry Crunch Topping, No-Bake Dessert Topping, Ice Cream Topping, Strawberry Shortcake Crumbs