Description

These Strawberry Banana Shortcake Crunch Cups are a delightful, no-bake dessert packed with layers of moist vanilla cake, rich banana-strawberry filling, fluffy whipped cream, and a nostalgic strawberry crunch topping made from Golden Oreos. Served in jars or dessert cups, they’re perfect for summer parties, potlucks, or make-ahead sweet treats. With easy-to-find ingredients and a stunning presentation, they’re the ultimate layered dessert that looks fancy but is simple to make.

Ingredients

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For the cake:

1 box vanilla cake mix
3 large eggs
1 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil

For the filling:

1 banana, mashed
1 cup strawberries, chopped
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the crunch layer:

1 cup crushed golden Oreos
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder

For the cream layer:

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions. Bake in a 9×13 inch pan and let it cool completely.

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine mashed banana, strawberries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Stir constantly until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool.

In a bowl, mix crushed Oreos, melted butter, and strawberry gelatin powder until crumbly. Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Let cool.

In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

Use small cups or jars to layer the dessert. Start with cake cubes, followed by fruit filling, a spoonful of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of crunch. Repeat layers as desired.

Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

For the crunch layer, don’t skip the bake time. It helps create that perfect crisp texture.
Chill at least 1 hour before serving to let the layers set.
Assemble right before serving if you want the crunch topping to stay extra crispy.
To save time, use store-bought cake or whipped topping.
Customize with different fruits, flavors, or presentation jars for any occasion.