Description
A gentle, no-fuss dessert that combines boxed cake mix with fresh strawberries and a creamy center to create a delightful and comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package yellow cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Spread the crushed strawberries evenly over the batter.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of this mixture over the strawberries.
- Pour the remaining cake batter over the cream cheese layer and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool, then serve with whipped cream.
Notes
For best results, store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg