Triple-Decker Strawberry Cake

Health score
6%
Triple-Decker Strawberry Cake
45 min.
16
266kcal

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Indulge in the delightful layers of our Triple-Decker Strawberry Cake, a dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering! This scrumptious cake is not only visually stunning with its three fluffy layers, but it also bursts with the fresh, sweet flavor of strawberries in every bite. Perfect for celebrations or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake serves 16 people, making it ideal for parties, picnics, or family gatherings.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is surprisingly easy to whip up, even for novice bakers. The combination of a classic white cake mix with fresh strawberries and a hint of strawberry gelatin creates a moist and flavorful base that pairs beautifully with a luscious Strawberry Buttercream Frosting. Each layer is generously frosted, ensuring that every slice is a heavenly experience.

With only 266 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delightful treat without the guilt! Whether you choose to serve it immediately or chill it for later, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will be remembered long after the last slice is gone!

Ingredients

  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • 0.5 cup strawberries fresh finely chopped
  • 16 servings strawberries whole
  • ounce strawberry gelatin 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cup vegetable oil 
  • 18.3 ounce cake mix white

Equipment

  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Beat the cake mix and next 7 ingredients at low speed with an electric mixer 1 minute. Scrape down the sides, and beat at medium speed 2 more minutes, stopping to scrape down sides, if needed. (Strawberries should be well blended into batter.)
  2. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9-inch cakepans.
  3. Bake at 350 for 23 minutes or until cakes spring back when lightly pressed with a finger.
  4. Cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from pans; cool completely on wire racks.
  6. Spread Strawberry Buttercream Frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake.
  7. Garnish, if desired.
  8. Serve immediately, or chill up to 1 week.
  9. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Classic White Cake
  10. Mix without pudding.
  11. Place finished cake in the refrigerator, uncovered, and chill for 20 minutes or until the frosting sets. Cover well with wax paper, and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To freeze, wrap chilled cake with aluminum foil, and freeze up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories266kcal
Protein6.95%
Fat19.15%
Carbs73.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.44
Glycemic Load
8.95
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.944347734037%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.49mg
Petunidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.46mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
36.9mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
4.62mg
Epigallocatechin
1.16mg
Epicatechin
0.62mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Naringenin
0.39mg
Kaempferol
0.74mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.65mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.77kcal
13.29%
Fat:5.84g
8.98%
Saturated Fat:1.61g
10.03%
Carbohydrates:50.68g
16.89%
Net Carbohydrates:47.3g
17.2%
Sugar:32.1g
35.66%
Cholesterol:47.42mg
15.81%
Sodium:271.09mg
11.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.77g
9.54%
Vitamin C:87.32mg
105.84%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.87%
Phosphorus:186.67mg
18.67%
Folate:67.88µg
16.97%
Fiber:3.38g
13.51%
Selenium:8.41µg
12.02%
Calcium:111.47mg
11.15%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.79%
Vitamin K:9.22µg
8.78%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.7%
Iron:1.56mg
8.66%
Potassium:278.53mg
7.96%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.39%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.14%
Magnesium:25.81mg
6.45%
Copper:0.12mg
5.8%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.28%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.1%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.76%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.54%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.23%
Vitamin A:97.67IU
1.95%
Source:My Recipes