Description
Are you craving a cake that’s both incredibly easy to make and packed with fruity goodness? This Old Strawberry Box Cake is the answer! Perfect for any occasion, from a cozy family dinner to a summer picnic, this cake offers the nostalgic flavors of sweet strawberries combined with the classic moist texture of a homemade cake. The best part? You can whip it up in no time with a few simple ingredients and enjoy it with friends and family.
Ingredients
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 (3oz) box strawberry Jell-O
- ⅔ cup vegetable oil
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup frozen strawberries (thawed, with the juice)
For the Frosting:
- 1 (16-ounce) box confectioners’ sugar
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, softened
- ½ cup frozen strawberries (thawed)
Instructions
- Line two 9-inch cake pans (or three 8-inch pans) with wax paper and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix and strawberry Jell-O. Stir until well incorporated.
- Add the vegetable oil, beaten eggs, thawed strawberries, and strawberry juice. Mix everything until the batter is smooth and combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cakes.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- To make the frosting, beat together the confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, and thawed strawberries until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cakes are fully cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top of one cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
- Optional: Decorate with additional fresh strawberries for a beautiful finishing touch.
Notes
- Be sure to drain any excess water from the thawed strawberries before adding them to the batter.
- For a thicker frosting, you can add more powdered sugar until you reach your desired consistency.
- You can customize this cake by adding other fruits or a drizzle of strawberry syrup on top for extra flavor.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can use a sugar-free Jell-O mix and low-fat cake mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes