Easy Strawberry Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
If you’re looking for an easy and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, then you need to try this recipe for Strawberry Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This cake is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, with a light and fluffy texture that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
Ingredients:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pureed strawberries, oil, eggs, water, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
4. While the cakes are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until light and fluffy. Slowly add in the powdered sugar and mix until well combined. Fold in the diced strawberries.
5. Once the cakes have finished baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely before frosting.
6. Place one cake layer on a plate or cake stand and spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting and spread another layer of frosting on top of the cake.
7. Decorate the cake with fresh strawberries, if desired, and serve.
Variations:
There are a few variations that you can make to this recipe to suit your personal taste preferences:
- Replace the white cake mix with a strawberry cake mix for an even stronger strawberry flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese frosting for a subtle citrus kick.
- Use frozen strawberries instead of fresh if they’re out of season.
Conclusion:
This Easy Strawberry Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It’s easy to make, delicious, and sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With a few simple variations, you can make this cake your own and enjoy it all year round.
