Description
Sweet layers of fudgy brownies meet classic strawberry shortcake in this irresistible dessert fusion. Rich chocolate base paired with fresh strawberries and creamy whipped topping creates a delightful treat you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Base:
- 1 strawberry cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) salted butter, melted
Frosting Components:
- 8-ounce (226 grams) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) salted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Crumble Topping:
- 20 Golden Oreos (about 1/2 standard package)
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons strawberry gelatin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch glass baking dish with parchment paper and non-stick spray for easy brownie removal.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine melted butter, eggs, strawberry cake mix, and strawberry gelatin using a rubber spatula until the batter becomes thick and uniform.
- Evenly distribute the dense batter into the prepared baking dish, ensuring smooth coverage across the pan.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes until the edges set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow brownies to cool completely within the pan.
- Create the cream cheese frosting by whipping softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and heavy cream to achieve a fluffy, spreadable consistency.
- Pulse Golden Oreos in a food processor, leaving some larger chunks for texture. Mix with additional strawberry gelatin and melted butter to create a crumbly topping.
- Once brownies are fully cooled, spread cream cheese frosting evenly across the entire surface, covering every corner.
- Generously sprinkle the strawberry shortcake crumble over the frosted brownies, gently pressing to ensure adherence.
- Slice into neat squares using a sharp knife and serve on a decorative platter or store for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure butter is completely melted and cooled before mixing to prevent scrambling eggs and maintain smooth batter texture.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and butter for frosting to achieve ultra-creamy, lump-free consistency.
- Avoid overmixing brownie batter to prevent tough, dense texture; mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Replace strawberry cake mix with gluten-free alternative for celiac-friendly version, maintaining same measurements and mixing technique.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg