Description
Sweet summer memories bloom in this double strawberry cake, celebrating fresh berries and delicate crumb. Luscious layers promise a delightful dessert that melts hearts and satisfies cravings with pure strawberry bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients:
- 1 box white cake mix (14.25 ounces / 405 grams)
- 1 box strawberry Jello (3 ounces / 85 grams)
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup strawberry puree (from fresh or frozen berries)
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup water
- 3 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 package cream cheese (8 ounces / 227 grams, room temperature)
- ½ cup butter (1 stick, room temperature)
- 1 cup strawberry puree
- 4–5 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal baking environment for a perfect strawberry cake.
- Thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with grease and flour to prevent sticking. Combine cake mix, flour, and strawberry Jello powder in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Incorporate water, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree into the dry ingredients. Whisk the mixture until it transforms into a silky, smooth batter with no lumps.
- Transfer the vibrant pink batter into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution for consistent baking.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean and dry.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack, letting the flavors settle and the texture firm up.
- While the cake cools, prepare the frosting by whipping cream cheese and butter until they blend into a creamy consistency.
- Gently fold in strawberry puree, then gradually introduce powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable texture.
- Refrigerate the frosting for a short time to help it set and become easier to spread.
- Once the cake has cooled entirely, generously cover the surface with the chilled strawberry cream cheese frosting, creating an even layer.
- For an elegant finishing touch, garnish with fresh strawberry slices, a light dusting of Jello powder, or delicate white chocolate shavings.
- Slice the cake into squares and serve, revealing the luscious layers of strawberry-infused goodness.
Notes
- Boost flavor by using fresh, ripe strawberries for an intensely fruity taste that elevates the entire dessert.
- Ensure cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting and maintain a perfect cream cheese texture.
- Room temperature ingredients like eggs and cream cheese blend more smoothly, creating a more uniform cake and frosting.
- Test cake doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center – if it comes out clean, the cake is perfectly baked.
- Chill frosting for at least 30 minutes to help it set and spread more easily across the cake surface.
- Store leftover cake in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent cream cheese frosting from spoiling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg