Description
Strawberry crunch cake is a delightful dessert that brings together fluffy vanilla cake layers and fresh strawberries, all topped with a crunchy graham cracker mix. This easy-to-make cake captures the essence of summer in every bite, making it perfect for any occasion—from casual afternoons to grand celebrations. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavor, this treat is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in fresh strawberries.
- For the crunch topping, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter until crumbly; sprinkle over the batter.
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest into the batter. - You can substitute fresh strawberries with other berries for variety.
