BEST EVER STRAWBERRY CAKE

Introduction:

This Best Ever Strawberry Cake is a delightful treat that bursts with the flavor of fresh strawberries. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just to satisfy your sweet cravings, this recipe is sure to please. Topped with a creamy cream cheese icing, it’s an irresistible dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients:

• 1 box white cake mix
• 3 tbsp plain flour
• 1 (3 oz) box strawberry Jello
• 1/2 cup water
• 3/4 cup canola oil
• 2 cups fresh or frozen pureed strawberries (1 cup for cake & 1 cup for icing)
• 4 eggs
• 1 stick butter, softened
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, plain flour, and strawberry Jello.
3. Add water to the dry mixture and blend well.
4. Slowly pour in the canola oil, mixing continuously.
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
6. Fold in 1 cup of pureed strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Beat the batter for an additional 2 minutes to ensure it’s well combined and fluffy.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. While the cake is baking, prepare the cream cheese icing.

Cream Cheese Icing:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and cream cheese. Mix until creamy and smooth.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
3. Fold in 1 cup of pureed strawberries until the icing is smooth and pink.
4. Once the cake has cooled from the oven, spread the cream cheese icing evenly over the top.
5. Optionally, garnish with whole strawberries or additional pureed strawberries.
6. Serve and enjoy this delightful Best Ever Strawberry Cake!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Kcal per serving: Approximately 350 kcal
Servings: Makes 12 servingsc