Heavenly Strawberry Cake

Total preparation and baking time: Approximately 1 hour

Ingredients:

1 box white cake mix (18.25 ounces)

4 large eggs

1 box strawberry-flavored instant gelatin (3 ounces)

1 package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed (15 ounces)

1/4 cup water

1/2 cup vegetable oil

For the Frosting

7 cups confectioners’ sugar

1 package cream cheese (8 ounces), softened

1/4 cup softened butter

1 package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed (10 ounces)

1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract

Directions:

Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Mixing: In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, strawberry gelatin, pureed strawberries, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix thoroughly.

Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for approximately 20 minutes. Ensure the cake is baked through by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.

For the Frosting: In another bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/4 cup strawberry puree and strawberry extract to the mixture. Mix until well combined.

Creamy Texture: Gradually add confectioners’ sugar to the mixture, beating until smooth and achieving a creamy consistency.

Frosting the Cake: Once the cake layers have cooled completely, generously frost the cake with the strawberry cream cheese frosting.

Garnish: Optionally, adorn your creation with freshly sliced strawberries for an extra touch of freshness.

Serve and Enjoy: Slice and indulge in every delicious bite of your homemade strawberry cake!