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Strawberry Cake

Quick and Easy Strawberry Cake

Indulge in the sweet and vibrant flavor of our Quick and Easy Strawberry Cake, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This cake combines the simplicity of a boxed mix with fresh strawberries, creating a moist and fluffy texture that will impress friends and family alike. Ideal for birthdays, summer picnics, or afternoon treats, this cake is effortlessly elevated with a light frosting that highlights the strawberry goodness. Whether served on its own or dressed up with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even a chocolate drizzle, this Strawberry Cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • For the frosting: ⅓ cup softened butter
  • 2 ⅓ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), greasing and flouring two 9-inch round pans.
  2. In a large bowl, mix white cake mix and strawberry Jell-O; add egg whites and canola oil, blending until smooth.
  3. Mash thawed strawberries and incorporate into batter with water; pour evenly into pans.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes; cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  5. For frosting, blend softened butter with reserved mashed strawberries and gradually add powdered sugar until creamy.
  6. Frost cooled cakes by layering and icing the top and sides.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh strawberries for an even brighter flavor. Add vanilla extract or lemon zest to the batter for an extra flavor boost. Experiment with different frostings like cream cheese or vanilla to suit your taste.