Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake Recipe

Indulge in this delightful Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake, the perfect spring dessert! This recipe features moist strawberry cake layers and a luscious strawberry frosting, creating a symphony of sweet strawberry flavor. Easy to follow instructions make this recipe perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers. Impress your friends and family with this show-stopping cake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 601.5 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake

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How to Make Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine: 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix, 1 package (1 oz) unflavored gelatin, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup water, and 3 large eggs. Beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
  3. Add 5 oz of fresh strawberries (roughly 1 cup) with 2 tablespoons of their syrup to the batter. Beat for 1 minute.
  4. Add 1/2 cup vegetable oil and beat for another minute.
  5. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool in the pans for 5 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cakes are completely cool, prepare the frosting.
  9. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  10. Gradually beat in 4 cups powdered sugar, alternating with 5 oz (roughly 1 cup) of fresh strawberries and 2 tablespoons of their syrup, until smooth and creamy.
  11. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add 1-2 tablespoons of milk or cream, if needed, to reach desired consistency.
  12. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost one layer with a generous amount of the strawberry frosting.
  13. Top with the second cake layer and frost the entire cake, including the sides and top.
  14. Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

291g

Fat

35g

Carbs

28g