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Strawberry Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Fresh Strawberry Garnish Recipe

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4.8 from 92 reviews
  • Author: Elara
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This delightful Strawberry Cake features a moist and flavorful strawberry-flavored cake layered with fresh strawberry slices and seedless strawberry jam, topped with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream frosting infused with strawberry extract. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat, this cake combines the vibrant taste of strawberries with a light, creamy finish.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 1 box strawberry cake mix
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp strawberry extract (optional)

For the Filling

  • 1/2 cup thin strawberry slices, plus more to garnish
  • 1/4 cup seedless strawberry jam

For the Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp strawberry extract (or vanilla if unavailable)
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cakes.
  2. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the strawberry cake mix, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and optional strawberry extract until completely combined and smooth.
  3. Grease the Cake Pans: Lightly grease two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking, then evenly divide the batter between them.
  4. Bake the Cake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 28 to 31 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove and let cool completely.
  5. Assemble the Filling: Once the cakes have cooled, spread the seedless strawberry jam evenly on top of one cake layer, then arrange the thin strawberry slices in a single layer over the jam.
  6. Stack the Layers: Place the second cake layer on top of the jam and strawberry-topped layer, creating the cake structure.
  7. Make the Frosting: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the strawberry extract and heavy whipping cream, then continue beating on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, creating a light and fluffy frosting.
  8. Frost and Decorate: Spread the frosting evenly over the entire cake, then garnish with additional fresh strawberry slices for an inviting presentation.

Notes

  • Make sure the cakes are completely cooled before adding the filling and frosting to prevent melting or sliding.
  • If strawberry extract is unavailable, vanilla extract is a good substitute to maintain flavor balance.
  • For a more intense strawberry taste, you can brush the cake layers with a simple strawberry syrup before applying the jam.
  • The cake can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: strawberry cake, strawberry dessert, cream cheese frosting, easy cake recipe, berry cake, homemade strawberry cake

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