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Delicious homemade strawberry cake topped with fresh strawberries and cream

Strawberry Cake

A luscious strawberry cake that tantalizes taste buds with its tender layers and fruity aroma, perfect for celebrations and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cake

  • 1 box white cake mix Serves as the base for the cake.
  • 1 packet strawberry-flavored gelatin Adds fruity essence.
  • 1 cup mashed strawberries Bursting with sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 4 large eggs Use at room temperature for a creamier batter.
  • 1/2 cup water Binds ingredients together.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix and strawberry-flavored gelatin.
  • Add the mashed strawberries along with their juice, then introduce vegetable oil, eggs, and water.
  • Blend all ingredients together until perfectly smooth.

Baking

  • Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes and check for doneness with a toothpick.
  • Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in their pans for about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve at celebrations like birthdays or baby showers. For a healthier version, substitute white cake mix with whole grain flour and vegetable oil with applesauce.
Keyword Baking, Cake Recipe, Dessert, Strawberry Cake