Description
If you’re craving a dessert that brings the best of nostalgia and indulgence into one bite, these Strawberry Crunch Brownie Bars are the answer. With a fudgy brownie base, a luscious layer of cream cheese, vibrant strawberry swirls, and a signature crunchy topping, this easy recipe is both playful and elegant. Whether you’re looking for a fun dessert idea, a party treat, or something new to add to your lineup of easy recipes, this one checks all the boxes—sweet, creamy, crunchy, and absolutely irresistible. It fits right in for birthday parties, picnic desserts, or simply when you need to brighten your week with a quick dessert idea!
Ingredients
1 box brownie mix (for a 9x13 inch pan)
2 large eggs
0.5 cup vegetable oil
0.25 cup water
16 oz cream cheese, softened
0.5 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
0.5 cup strawberry jam or compote
15 Golden Oreos
0.5 cup freeze-dried strawberries
1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13″ baking pan.
2. Prepare the brownie mix with eggs, oil, and water. Spread into the pan and bake as directed. Let cool completely.
3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped topping.
4. Spread the cream cheese layer over the cooled brownie base.
5. Warm the strawberry jam and spoon it over the cream layer. Swirl gently with a knife.
6. Crush Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor. Sprinkle over the top.
7. Add mini marshmallows on top for extra texture.
8. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars. Serve cold.
Notes
For a deeper chocolate flavor, add 1 teaspoon of espresso powder to the brownie mix.
To cut clean slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe between cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake & baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: easy dessert, strawberry dessert, brownie bars, party treat, quick dessert