Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of this Double Strawberry Cake, featuring a moist strawberry-infused cake topped with a luscious cream cheese and fresh strawberry frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup mashed fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup finely diced strawberries
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup mashed strawberries
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare Cake: In a large bowl, mix the cake mix and strawberry gelatin. Add eggs, milk, oil, and mashed strawberries. Beat for 2 minutes, then fold in diced strawberries. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Make Frosting: Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add strawberries and vanilla, then gradually mix in powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Assemble Cake: Frost cooled cakes between layers, on top, and around the sides.
Notes
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add freeze-dried strawberry powder to the frosting.
- Refrigerate the cake and serve chilled for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 46g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
