Strawberry Frosted Strawberry Cake is a dreamy dessert that’s bursting with berry flavor from top to bottom. This cake combines fluffy, moist strawberry cake layers with a rich, creamy strawberry frosting made with real strawberries. It’s the perfect centerpiece for spring celebrations, summer birthdays, or anytime you crave a fruity, vibrant treat that looks as good as it tastes!
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Cake:
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1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
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1 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
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1 box (3 oz) strawberry Jell-O gelatin
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4 large eggs
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¾ cup vegetable oil
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½ cup milk
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½ cup sour cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Frosting:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3½–4 cups powdered sugar
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⅓ cup freeze-dried strawberries, ground into powder
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2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
Make the Cake:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, strawberry Jell-O, eggs, oil, milk, sour cream, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
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Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
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Divide batter evenly between the pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
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In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy and smooth.
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Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, beating well between each addition.
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Mix in the strawberry powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
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Add milk or cream as needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
Assemble the Cake:
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Level the cake layers if needed. Place one layer on a cake stand and spread frosting on top.
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Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
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Decorate with fresh strawberries if desired.
🌟 Tips
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Use freeze-dried strawberries in the frosting for an intense flavor without extra liquid.
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Chill the cake for 30 minutes before slicing for neater cuts.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
This strawberry-on-strawberry delight is berry perfection in every bite! 🍓 Let me know if you want a version with real strawberry puree in the cake batter or frosting.
