Easy Strawberry Shortcake Recipe With Box Cake
Strawberry shortcake is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This classic dessert is made with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a light and fluffy cake. While making a strawberry shortcake from scratch can be time-consuming, there is an easy way to make it using a box cake mix. In this article, we will share an easy strawberry shortcake recipe with box cake that is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
Step 3: Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Step 4: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in 1 cup of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir for 1 minute.
Step 5: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sliced strawberries. Let the mixture cool completely.
Step 6: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
Step 7: Cut the cake into squares and place them on serving plates. Spoon the strawberry mixture over the top of each cake square. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with additional sliced strawberries if desired.
Tips:
- Make sure to let the cake cool completely before adding the strawberry mixture and whipped cream.
- If you don't have fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries instead.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use whipped topping instead.
- If you want a lighter version of this dessert, you can use angel food cake instead of yellow cake mix.
Now that you know how to make an easy strawberry shortcake recipe with box cake, you can impress your friends and family with this delicious dessert. Whether you are serving it at a summer barbecue or a holiday gathering, this dessert is sure to be a hit.
