This no bake strawberry crunch topping with Golden Oreos is the perfect shortcake crumble for ice cream, cakes, cookies and pudding.
It’s my go to recipe during the summer. No need to turn on your oven and only 2 ingredients.
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What is Strawberry Crunch Topping?
Strawberry crunch topping is inspired by the nostalgic Good Humor strawberry shortcake ice cream bars, I loved growing up.
A sweet mixture of vanilla and strawberry crumbs that form cookie crumbles. You’ll see specks of pink and creme colors in this wonderful dessert crunch.
Try this super delicious Strawberry Shortcake Crumble Topping baked recipe with jello mix and vanilla pudding !!!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Creme Wafers - Choose your favorite brand of very pink in color strawberry flavored sugar wafers.
Vanilla Cream Filled Cookies - Pick you favorite brand of vanilla cream wafters. I used double stuffed golden oreos for this recipe. A delicious substitution would lemon or birthday cake flavors.
Check out this blogpost on making strawberry crunch 3 ways !!!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Budget Friendly - Choose store brands or dollar stores to keep the cost down, less than $3.00 USD.
Shelf Stable - Both ingredients can be easily stored in an airtight container in your pantry.
Super Fast To Make - The easiest way to make it is using a ziplock bag and rolling pin. Crushing them together.
Topping Ideas & Serving
This strawberry shortcake crunch topping can be used in so many amazing dessert recipes.
- Cheesecake - No Bake Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake recipe
- Ice Cream Cones and Sundaes - Easy Ice Cream Charcuterie Board
- Cupcakes
- Bars
- Pies
- Fresh Strawberries - Strawberry Crunch Strawberries recipe
- Cakes - This popular Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches Cake recipe
- Doughnuts
- Muffins
- Yogurt
- Oatmeal
- Pudding & Cups - Strawberry Crunch Banana Pudding recipe
- Fudge - Easy Strawberry Shortcake Fudge recipe
Dessert Crunch Crumbles Recipes
Check out these quick and easy good humor no bake crunch topping recipes with only 2-3 ingredients.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Crunch
Storage
This no bake crunch topping can last up to a month in a cool dry pantry. Make sure it is in an airtight container.
If you prefer, store it in the refrigerator, for up to two months or in the freezer for up to six months.
How to Make No Bake Strawberry Crunch Topping
Step 1- Crumble - Use a food processor or small blender to crumble the wafers and vanilla cookies separately.
Step 2 - Mix - Place both crumbles in a bowl and mix. Ready to eat.
If you do not have a food processor or blender, use a plastic storage bag and rolling pin to crumble the cookies.
Do not over blend or process, to prevent a very fine or flour like mixture. You want to see some crumble chunks.
FAQ & Tips
Why use a creme filled cookie for strawberry shortcake crumbles?
The creme filling in both cookie ingredients helps the crumble clump together.
How to make sugar-free strawberry crunch topping?
Use pink sugar free strawberry wafers and vanilla creme filled cookies. There are so many amazing options at your local grocery store.
How to gift homemade strawberry shortcake crumble?
Homemade strawberry shortcake crunch can really be an amazing food gift. Place a cup portion in an 8oz canning mason jar with the metal lid sealed well. Decorate the jar with colorful paper, fabric, ribbon, stickers, twine, and a tag. You can get so creative with this food gift and don’t forget to bring a pint of vanilla ice cream.
How to celebrate with strawberry shortcake crunch topping?
Celebrate with strawberry shortcake crunch crumble during the summertime get togethers, bbq, picnics, Valentine's Day, July 4th, strawberry season, or a pick me up during the winter months. Great topping for desserts or dessert treats to gift.
How much does it cost to make strawberry crunch crumbles?
The cost to make homemade strawberry shortcake crunch topping is approximately $4.00 - $5.00 dollars USD to make about 4 - 5 cups of crumble. It can be less if you choose grocery store brands or wait for an amazing sale. Also depending on your area, it can be more.
No Bake Strawberry Crunch Topping
Equipment
- Food Processor or Small Blender Plastic Storage Bag and Rolling Pin
- Bowls
- Spoons
- Airtight Storage Container or Jar
Ingredients
- 20 Strawberry Sugar Wafers Pink Sugar Wafers
- 16 Vanilla Creme Filled Cookies Golden Oreos
Instructions
- Process or Blend each ingredient individually. Blend until you see a chunky crumbled consistency. Do not over blend or process, to prevent a very fine or flour like mixture. You want to see some crumble chunks.
- Mix your crumble wafer and vanilla together.
- Store your strawberry crumble in an airtight container.
Shermaine says
have you tried this on cake?
Andrea Johnson says
It's so good on cake, I have a two recipes Strawberry Crunch Pound Cake and Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches cake. Thanks so much for the great question.
Maria says
This sounds amazing! Would love to try this but it has to be gluten free for me. What do you think I can substitute for the wafers?
Andrea Johnson says
Hi Maria, I have a recipe using freeze dried strawberries instead of wafers. Check it out here https://savvyhomebody.com/strawberry-crunch-topping-with-freeze-dried-strawberries/.
Auntiepants says
I haven't tried this yet, but it looks perfect for some standard and vegan strawberry shortcakes I'm planning for this summer. I bought some plant-based strawberry jello mix because I avoid gelatin, but I find vegan butter really unpleasant-tasting, so I've been looking for a strawberry crunch topping recipe that doesn't call for butter. I may not be able to find pink sugar wafers, but Voortman makes a vegan strawberry wafer, Oreos are vegan, and I can add a bit of the jello mix for extra colour if necessary. HUGE THANKS!
Andrea Johnson says
This sounds amazing. Thank you so much for sharing this vegan option.
Yesenia says
So good thank you !! How long does this last in airtight container ?
Andrea Johnson says
Thank you for the great question. No bake crunch topping can last up to a month in a cool dry pantry, make sure it is in an airtight container. If you prefer to store it in the refrigerator, for up to two months or in the freezer for up to six months.