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Best Strawberry Cake Ever: Moist, Fluffy, and Irresistible Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Best Strawberry Cake Ever recipe yields a moist, fluffy, and irresistibly flavorful strawberry cake. Made with strawberry gelatin, pureed strawberries, and a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting, this delightful dessert is perfect for celebrations or any time you crave a sweet, fruity treat.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 18.25-ounce box white cake mix
  • 1 3-ounce box strawberry-flavored instant gelatin
  • 1 15-ounce package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup water

Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 10-ounce package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed
  • ½ teaspoon strawberry extract
  • 7 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • Freshly sliced strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure the cake layers do not stick.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the white cake mix and strawberry-flavored instant gelatin evenly to infuse the cake batter with strawberry flavor.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Beat Batter: Add the pureed frozen strawberries, eggs, vegetable oil, and water into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture at medium speed using an electric mixer until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Divide Batter: Evenly distribute the batter between the prepared cake pans, ensuring the layers will be the same thickness.
  5. Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pans. Then, carefully remove the cakes and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
  7. Make Frosting Base: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
  8. Add Strawberry Flavor: Stir in ¼ cup of the strawberry puree and the strawberry extract into the cream cheese mixture, blending thoroughly.
  9. Add Sugar and Beat Frosting: Gradually mix in the confectioners’ sugar, beating continuously until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  10. Frost the Cake: Once the cake layers are fully cooled, spread frosting evenly between the layers, then cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Optionally decorate the cake with freshly sliced strawberries on top for an elegant and fresh finish.

Notes

  • Use thawed frozen strawberries in syrup for the best flavor and texture in both cake and frosting.
  • Ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • The strawberry extract enhances the fresh strawberry flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • This cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a more intense strawberry flavor, substitute some of the water with strawberry juice.

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