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Delicious Southern Strawberry Cream Sheet Cake with fresh strawberry frosting

Southern Strawberry Cream Sheet Cake

A delightful, easy-to-make sheet cake that combines the flavors of strawberry and cream for a refreshing dessert perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 1 box White cake mix (or homemade vanilla sheet cake if preferred)
  • 3 large Eggs Based on your mix instructions
  • 1/2 cup Oil Based on your mix instructions
  • 1 cup Water or milk Based on your mix instructions
  • 1-2 cups Strawberries, chopped (fresh or thawed and drained)
For the cream topping
  • 1 container Whipped topping Can substitute with heavy cream whipped with powdered sugar
  • 8 oz Cream cheese, softened For a creamy, slightly tangy bite
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare your 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it lightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water or milk.
  4. Fold in the chopped strawberries gently until well distributed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
Cream Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the whipped topping, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream topping evenly over the cake.
  4. Chill the cake in the refrigerator to set the topping before slicing.

Notes

This cake tastes even better when chilled and can also be made using strawberry cake mix for a bolder flavor. For cupcakes, use the same batter and bake in cupcake liners for 16-20 minutes.