Description
Sweet strawberry cake delights dessert enthusiasts with layers of fresh berry goodness. Creamy frosting and delicate crumb promise a memorable slice of homemade happiness you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients:
- 1 (18.25 ounces / 517 grams) box white cake mix
- 1 (3 ounces / 85 grams) box strawberry-flavored instant gelatin
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10 ounces / 284 grams) package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed
- 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 7 cups confectioners sugar
Garnish:
- Freshly sliced strawberries (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by warming it to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans by coating with grease and flour for optimal cake release.
- Create cake batter by combining cake mix, strawberry gelatin powder, fresh strawberry puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and water in a large mixing bowl. Ensure thorough blending until smooth and homogeneous.
- Distribute the prepared batter evenly among the three prepared cake pans, creating uniform layers for consistent baking.
- Place cake pans in preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake’s center. The toothpick should emerge clean without raw batter residue.
- After baking, allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes to stabilize structure, then carefully transfer to wire cooling racks for complete temperature reduction.
- Prepare frosting by whipping butter and cream cheese until achieving a silky, uniform texture. Incorporate strawberry puree and strawberry extract for enhanced flavor profile.
- Gradually integrate confectioners’ sugar into the frosting mixture, continuing to beat until achieving a light, airy, and spreadable consistency.
- Once cakes are thoroughly cooled, apply frosting between layers and exterior, creating a smooth, even coating.
- Optional: Embellish cake with delicately sliced fresh strawberries for visual appeal and additional fruity essence.
Notes
- Swap out regular cake mix for a gluten-free alternative to accommodate those with dietary restrictions.
- Reduce sugar content by using fresh strawberry puree and natural sweeteners for a healthier version.
- Experiment with adding finely chopped fresh strawberries to the batter for extra texture and intense fruit flavor.
- Consider freezing leftover cake slices individually wrapped for up to one month, maintaining moisture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg