Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with this easy-to-make Strawberry Cake. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a sweet craving, this cake combines a light and fluffy texture with vibrant strawberry flavor. Using a boxed cake mix as a base makes this recipe accessible for bakers of all skill levels. The addition of fresh strawberries ensures moistness while the luscious frosting adds a creamy finish. With its eye-catching pink hue and simple preparation, this Strawberry Cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

15.25 ounces white cake mix
0.3 ounces sugar-free strawberry Jell-O (1 package)
4 egg whites
⅓ cup canola oil
1 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries (thawed)
½ cup water
⅓ cup butter (softened)
2 ⅓ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
In a large bowl, combine white cake mix and strawberry Jell-O mix. Add egg whites and canola oil; beat until blended.
Mash thawed strawberries, reserving 3 tablespoons for frosting. Mix remaining strawberries with water and add to batter; stir well.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
Cool cakes for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
For frosting, combine softened butter and reserved strawberries; gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy.
Assemble the cake by frosting between layers and on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use fresh strawberries for an extra burst of flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light. Chill layers before frosting for better results.