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Best Strawberry Cake Recipe from Scratch

Best Strawberry Cake Recipe from Scratch


  • Author: Lisa
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Best Strawberry Cake Recipe from Scratch made with real strawberries and a strawberry Jell-O boost. Moist, flavorful, and topped with a creamy butter-strawberry frosting. Perfect for parties or anytime you’re craving a homemade pink cake. Save this simple, crowd-pleasing dessert and try it today!


Ingredients

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For the Cake:

1 box white cake mix

1 box strawberry Jell‑O powder

⅔ cup vegetable oil

4 eggs, beaten

1 cup frozen strawberries (thawed, juice included)

For the Frosting:

1 (16‑ounce) box confectioners’ sugar

1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, softened

½ cup frozen strawberries (thawed, juice included)


Instructions

  1. Prepare pans and oven: Preheat oven to 350 °F. Prepare two 9-inch cake pans (or three 8-inch ones) by lining with parchment or wax paper, then greasing and flouring them.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: Combine the white cake mix and strawberry Jell‑O powder in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Mix in the oil, beaten eggs, and thawed strawberries with their juice, stirring just until blended.
  4. Bake: Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool: Remove from oven and let cake layers cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  6. Make frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, confectioners’ sugar, and thawed strawberries (with their juice) until smooth and creamy. Tweak the consistency by adding extra sugar or a bit more juice if needed.
  7. Assemble: Frost the cooled cake layers, spreading an even layer between tiers and smoothing the outside. Decorate with fresh strawberry slices if desired.

Notes

Use room-temperature eggs and butter for better mixing.

Do not overmix the batter to maintain a soft texture.

Chill frosting slightly for a neater finish.

You can make the frosting one day ahead—just refrigerate and let it soften before use.

Store frosted cake in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 375 kcal
  • Sugar: 38 g
  • Carbohydrates: 57g
  • Protein: 4g