Description
Strawberry Cake Recipe made with a nostalgic blend of cake mix, strawberry Jell-O, and real strawberries. A 60-year-old family favorite that’s moist, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or anytime you crave something sweet and homemade.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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1 box white cake mix
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1 box strawberry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
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⅔ cup vegetable oil
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4 eggs, beaten
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1 cup frozen strawberries, thawed (include the juice)
For the Frosting:
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16 oz confectioners’ sugar
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1 stick (8 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup frozen strawberries, thawed
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two 9-inch or three 8-inch pans with wax or parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, stir together the white cake mix and strawberry gelatin powder.
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Mix in vegetable oil, eggs, and thawed strawberries with juice until fully blended.
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Divide batter evenly into prepared pans.
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Bake 15–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
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For the frosting, beat the confectioners’ sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
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Add thawed strawberries and beat until smooth and creamy.
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Frost cooled cake layers and stack if desired.
Notes
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Use thawed strawberries with juice for the most flavor.
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Fresh strawberries work well when in season.
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Let the cake cool fully before frosting to avoid melting.
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Store in an airtight container for best freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g