Description
This Best Strawberry Cake Ever combines a moist white cake infused with strawberry gelatin and pureed strawberries, layered and frosted with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. Perfectly sweet and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, it’s an ideal dessert for gatherings, celebrations, or any strawberry lover’s cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box white cake mix (18.25 ounces)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 box strawberry-flavored instant gelatin (3 ounces)
- 1 package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed (15 ounces)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Frosting
- 7 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 package cream cheese (8 ounces), softened
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1 package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed (10 ounces)
- 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
- Fresh strawberries, for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
- Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, strawberry-flavored gelatin, pureed strawberries, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the batter is smooth and homogenous.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges pull away from the sides.
- Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and gently invert onto wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the pureed strawberries and strawberry extract, mixing well. Gradually blend in the confectioners’ sugar, beating until the frosting is thick, smooth, and spreadable.
- Frost the Cakes: Once the cakes are fully cooled, spread a generous layer of strawberry cream cheese frosting between the layers, then cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
- Garnish (Optional): Decorate the frosted cake with fresh strawberries for an elegant finishing touch.
- Serve and Enjoy: For best results, chill the cake before slicing and serving. Enjoy with whipped cream, ice cream, or a cup of tea for pure strawberry bliss!
Notes
- Ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use fresh or thawed frozen strawberries for best flavor in the frosting and decoration.
- Chill the finished cake for at least 1 hour for easier slicing.
- Adjust sweetness by moderating confectioners’ sugar in the frosting to your preference.
- Leftover cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
