Go Back
–+ servings
Strawberry Crunch Brownie Bars

Decadent Strawberry Crunch Brownie Bars for Sweet Nostalgia

These Strawberry Crunch Brownie Bars combine strawberry flavors, creamy frosting, and a crunchy topping for a nostalgic dessert feel.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix Choose your favorite brand
  • 1 large Egg Binds the batter
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Melted for optimal texture
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Whole milk works as a substitute
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Can swap with chocolate chunks
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy blending
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses flavor
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping Lightens the frosting
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Vanilla Sandwich Cookies Crushed for topping
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Syrup Enhances strawberry flavor
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Optional garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • spatula
  • whisk
  • food processor

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, egg, melted butter, and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and fold in the white chocolate chips.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 18-23 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  4. Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy, then add sour cream and vanilla extract. Fold in the whipped topping.
  5. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
  6. Pulse the vanilla sandwich cookies in a food processor to form crumbs and mix with strawberry syrup.
  7. Sprinkle the crunchy topping over the frosted brownies and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth frosting. Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!