Strawberries and Cream Cake

Strawberries and Cream Cake
115 min.
15
260kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with our Strawberries and Cream Cake, a dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fresh strawberries and rich cream. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or celebration. With its light and fluffy texture, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

What makes this recipe truly special is the combination of a moist vanilla cake base, enhanced by the sweet and tangy notes of strawberry-flavored gelatin. Topped with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream frosting, each slice offers a heavenly balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, a birthday party, or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is the perfect choice.

Not only is it delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare, taking just over two hours from start to finish. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create this stunning dessert. Plus, it serves 15, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up a cake that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • box strawberry gelatin (4-serving size)
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • teaspoons milk 
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan; lightly flour. In large bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes.
  2. Pour into pan.
  3. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. In chilled large bowl, beat cream cheese and milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Beat in whipping cream and powdered sugar on high speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until soft peaks form.
  5. Spread frosting over cake. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories260kcal
Protein4.23%
Fat38.11%
Carbs57.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.33
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.8852174223765%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:259.92kcal
13%
Fat:11.19g
17.21%
Saturated Fat:6.92g
43.27%
Carbohydrates:38.07g
12.69%
Net Carbohydrates:37.69g
13.71%
Sugar:24.16g
26.84%
Cholesterol:30.79mg
10.26%
Sodium:283.89mg
12.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.79g
5.58%
Phosphorus:142.66mg
14.27%
Calcium:95.89mg
9.59%
Vitamin A:401.7IU
8.03%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.78%
Folate:25.59µg
6.4%
Selenium:4.42µg
6.31%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.4%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.21%
Iron:0.71mg
3.94%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.68%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.61%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.59%
Copper:0.04mg
1.91%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.87%
Vitamin K:1.77µg
1.69%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.59%
Fiber:0.38g
1.52%
Magnesium:5.99mg
1.5%
Potassium:50.45mg
1.44%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.03%