Description
Discover how to make the Best Strawberry Cake Ever! A perfect blend of juicy strawberries and creamy frosting that’s simply irresistible. Click for the full recipe!
Ingredients
- White cake mix (18.25 oz)
- Large eggs (4)
- Strawberry-flavored gelatin (3 oz)
- Frozen strawberries, thawed and pureed (15 oz)
- Water (1/4 cup)
- Vegetable oil (1/2 cup)
Frosting:
- Confectioners’ sugar (7 cups)
- Cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- Softened butter (1/4 cup)
- Frozen strawberries, thawed and pureed (10 oz)
- Strawberry extract (1/2 tsp)
Instructions
Step-by-Step Baking Process:
- Prepare the Oven and Pans:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour the cake pans to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, blend the cake mix, strawberry gelatin, pureed strawberries, eggs, vegetable oil, and water until smooth.
- Bake the Cake:
- Evenly distribute the batter between the two prepared pans.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the strawberry puree and extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble and Decorate:
- Once the cakes are cool, apply a generous layer of frosting on one cake layer, top with the second layer, and frost the outside of the cake.
- For a charming finish, garnish with freshly sliced strawberries.
- Presentation and Serving:
- Slice and serve on a decorative cake plate, pairing each serving with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes