Strawberry Crunch Cake
Inspired by the strawberry shortcake ice cream bars, this strawberry crunch cake is made up of a fresh strawberry cake, light mascarpone frosting, and homemade strawberry crunch topping. The light pink color of the cake and crunch topping contrasted with the white frosting make this such a fun and unique summer dessert!

Ingredients
Fresh Strawberry Cake
Mascarpone Frosting
Strawberry Crunch Topping
Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a 9x13 cake pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3
Cut up the butter into small cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until it resembles wet sand.
- Step 4
Add the oil, buttermilk, strawberry purée, eggs, and vanilla, and mix until just combined.
- Step 5
Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan. Use an offset spatula to spread it into an even layer.
- Step 6
Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Immediately turn the cake out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 7
In a large bowl, add the mascarpone and sugar. Use an electric hand mixer to beat on low speed until smooth.
- Step 8
Continue mixing on low speed while pouring in the heavy cream in 2-3 additions. Turn the mixer up to medium speed and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Step 9
Once the cake is cool, spread the frosting on top and smooth out into an even layer. Place the cake in the fridge while you make the strawberry crunch topping.
- Step 10
Combine all ingredients in a food processor, and pulse until it turns into pea-sized crumbs.
- Step 11
Cover the cake with the strawberry crunch topping. When ready to serve, cut it into 24 squares and enjoy!
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