Strawberry Cake {Viral Recipe!!} Gonna Want Seconds (2024)

This strawberry cake isn’t one of those run-of-the-mill fruit cake recipes. It’s one of the best strawberry cake recipes I’ve tasted, and it is gorgeous. There are lots of cake recipes with strawberries in them, but this decadent beauty is a showstopper! Oh, and this cake has been viral of FaceBook for years with over 50 million views!

Unlike the strawberry pound cake, this cake is actually pink. It’s similar to a strawberry cream cake only it sports a strawberry buttercream frosting for extra luscious berry deliciousness. The ripe strawberry flavor is evenly distributed throughout the layers of cake and frosting. Think strawberry shortcake cake on steroids!

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What I Love About This Recipe

  • This is an absolute showstopper
  • Loaded with fresh strawberries, this homemade southern delight is guaranteed to be a hit!

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How To Make Strawberry Cake Recipe

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  1. Make the cake: Combine all the cake ingredients.
  2. Mix until well combined.
  3. Pour cake batter into prepared pans and bake.
  4. Make the frosting: Beat the butter first, then add the sugar and strawberries.
  5. Beat the sugar and strawberries.
  6. Frost the first layer.
  7. Frost the second layer.
  8. Assemble all the layers and frost the top and sides.
  9. Refrigerate then decorate.

***See the full instructions below.

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Strawberry Cake Recipe Notes

If your cake sinks in the middle: This strawberry cake is a moist dense dreamy delight. That being said, it must be completely baked through or it may fall in the middle. When you check it with a toothpick, be sure there is no strawberry cake filling that sticks. The toothpick must be totally clean before you take the cake out of the oven.

Frosting:This scrumptious cake is super simple to throw together, and the buttercream frosting isn’t difficult, but it can be finicky and takes time to finish. It really is easy to assemble, but you’ll need some extra patience.

  • Tominimize extra fussing, make sure to completely cool the layers of cake and then refrigerate them for a bit (you can stack them with a piece of wax paper between each layer). The buttercream itself should also be refrigerated for about 10 minutes before frosting your cake.
  • You’ll want to frost one layer at a time, then chill before adding the next layer and chill again before frosting the sides. Your beautiful masterpiece should also live in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.

Pan Substitutions:If the thought of managing a three-layered monster is intimidating, you can still enjoy this cake.

  • Make cupcakes–The measurements here will make approximately 36 cupcakes. Just start checking them during the baking process at around 17 minutes since they’ll likely need to bake a few minutes less.
  • Make in a 9X13–You can also cook this in a 9”x13” pan (you’ll need to watch the cooking time on this one too), with enough batter leftover for about another 12 cupcakes. Either of these options will cut back on the frost-refrigerate-repeat steps too and save you some time.

Strawberry Cake Ingredient Notes

Fresh or Frozen Strawberries: I recommend using fresh strawberries for this cake, but you can use frozen in a pinch. If frozen is your only option, chop them before they thaw completely and drain them well. Otherwise, they’ll turn into a mushy mess.

Substitutions:For all the chocolate lovers, try subbing in your favorite chocolate frosting instead of my strawberry buttercream. The cake is substantial enough – and “strawberry-y” enough – to still shine through. You can even garnish the top with some chocolate covered strawberries. Mmmmm

Storing + Freezing + Make-Ahead

Strawberry fields forever! This awesome cake lives in the fridge. Keep it in a cake saver but keep it cold. When you cut a piece, cover the exposed cake with plastic wrap to prevent drying.

  • How Long Can You Keep This In The Fridge? Your cake will stay fresh and yummy for up to a week when stored properly in the fridge. It should return to the fridge immediately after serving but this little beauty is gonna’ get gobbled up. That sweet strawberry flavor is hard to beat.
  • Can You Freeze This? This can be frozen without the frosting. Let the cake(s) cool completely and double-wrap them for extra protection. They can slow thaw overnight in the fridge and you can whip up the icing when you’re ready to put your cake together.
  • Make-Ahead Tips: This strawberry cake must be kept cold, so I typically make it a day or two ahead. I like to bake up the cakes and let them chill in the fridge overnight. Then I make my icing and build my cake the next day.
    • The strawberry buttercream frosting must stay cold so your cake should stay in the fridge right up until serving time.
  • Food Safety: If you’d like more info on food safety check out this link.

Serving Suggestions

If you have extra strawberries left from making this cake you can definitely use them in strawberry spinach salad and strawberry salad! You might wanna go with a strawberry-themed party, and have a blast with strawberry frose and giggle juice for refreshments!

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Strawberry Cake

This intense triple-decker strawberry cake is super moist and lovingly crafted with a sweet buttercream frosting that’s addictingly delicious.

Servings: 12 people

Author: Kathleen

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients:

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 (3-ounce) box strawberry jello
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup milk

Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 (16-ounce) packages powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped

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Instructions

  • Make the Cake: Preheat the Oven to 350°F (177°C). Line three 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray (I prefer the Baking nonstick cooking spray that contains flour). Set aside.

  • In a large bowl, mix all cake ingredients with an electric mixer on low until just combined. Scrape the side of the bowl, increase the mixer to medium, and beat for 3 minutes.

  • Pour cake batter into prepared pans and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean, about 23 minutes.

  • Cool cake in pans on a rack for about 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely. If using the following recipe for Strawberry Buttercream refrigerate cakes until completely chilled.

  • Meanwhile, Make Frosting:In a large bowl, beat the butter (1cup) at medium until it's pale yellow and fluffy. Add powdered sugar (2 packages) and strawberries (1 cup) and beat at low until well combined and creamy. Set in the fridge for about 5-10 minutes to firm it up slightly (You just don't want it to be runny).

  • Spread one of the layers of cake with frosting then refrigerate. Frost the second layer and refrigerate until the frosting on both layers has firmed up a bit. Assemble all the layers and frost the top and sides. Refrigerate!

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Notes

  1. If your cake sinks in the middle:This strawberry cake is a moist dense dreamy delight. That being said,it must be completely baked through or it may fall in the middle.When you check it with a toothpick, be sure there is no strawberry cake filling that sticks.The toothpick must be totally clean before you take the cake out of the oven.
  2. Frosting:This scrumptious cake is super simple to throw together, and the buttercream frosting isn’t difficult, but it can be finicky and takes time to finish. It really is easy to assemble, but you’ll need some extra patience.
    • Tominimize extra fussing, make sure to completely cool the layers of cake and then refrigerate them for a bit (you can stack them with a piece of wax paper between each layer). The buttercream itself should also be refrigerated for about 10 minutes before frosting your cake.
    • You’ll want to frost one layer at a time, then chill before adding the next layer and chill again before frosting the sides. Your beautiful masterpiece should also live in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.

3. Pan Substitutions: If the thought of managing a three-layered monster is intimidating, you can still enjoy this cake.

    • Make cupcakes–The measurements here will make approximately 36 cupcakes. Just start checking them during the baking process at around 17 minutes since they’ll likely need to bake a few minutes less.
    • Make in a 9X13–You can also cook this in a 9”x13” pan (you’ll need to watch the cooking time on this one too), with enough batter leftover for about another 12 cupcakes. Either of these options will cut back on the frost-refrigerate-repeat steps too and save you some time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/12 of the recipe | Calories: 823kcal | Carbohydrates: 123g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 318mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 104g | Vitamin A: 568IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg

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Source: Southern Living

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  1. Strawberry Cake {Viral Recipe!!} Gonna Want Seconds (10)Colleen Raper says

    I’ve made this cake many times and it’s always my “go to” for strawberry cake. I’ve even made it into a wedding cake! I currently have someone that wants me to make cupcakes without any red dye 40 so I can’t use the boxed jello. She brought me strawberry jello wiggles that’s made without dyes. I liquified it. Do you think I could use this in place of the milk? I’m afraid to add it to the mix keeping the recipe the same with the fear it will have too much liquid.

    Reply

    • Strawberry Cake {Viral Recipe!!} Gonna Want Seconds (11)Kathleen says

      Hi Colleen, Gosh, I’m sorry, I just don’t know how that would work. I’m sorry I just haven’t tried it!

      Reply

  2. Strawberry Cake {Viral Recipe!!} Gonna Want Seconds (12)Linda says

    Excellent recipe. I substituted 4 oz of cream cheese for one stick of the butter as that is a personal favorite. I love the butter sets up and the frosting is a little firm. A really good choice to use the white cake mix and add fresh berries without that artificial strawberry taste.
    Have you tried this recipe with orange/lemon? I’m thinking it would work

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    • Strawberry Cake {Viral Recipe!!} Gonna Want Seconds (13)Kathleen says

      Hi, Linda! Thank you so much, and I’m so happy you like this cake! No, I haven’t tried this with orange or lemon.

      Reply

  3. Strawberry Cake {Viral Recipe!!} Gonna Want Seconds (14)Wendy says

    The cake turned out phenomenal but for some reason the frosting not so much. It has a very crystallized texture to it.

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FAQs

Does strawberry cake need to be refrigerated in the fridge? ›

You do need to refrigerate a cake with cream cheese frosting. Without the optional sliced fresh strawberries added, this cake will last in the refrigerator for 5 days. Sliced fresh strawberries will last in a cake for 3 days in the refrigerator.

How many days does strawberry shortcake last? ›

Once assembled, the strawberry shortcake can be stored in the refrigerator, covered. It will last up to 3 days but is best enjoyed within a day or two.

How to stop strawberries from bleeding on cake? ›

Sugar and Stabilisation: Toss the sliced or halved strawberries with a sprinkle of sugar to draw out excess moisture. Allowing the strawberries to sit for a few minutes helps release some of their juices. Alternatively, macerate the strawberries by combining them with sugar and letting them sit for an hour or two.

How to pipe strawberries on a cake? ›

To add the strawberries, pipe hearts on the top of the cake using the red buttercream piping bag. Pipe on two little long dots at the top of each heart to transform them to strawberries. Pipe tiny pink dots on the surface of the hearts to make the strawberry seeds.

Will cake spoil if not refrigerated? ›

How long can cake sit out unrefrigerated? If your cake is frosted with buttercream, it will last covered at room temperature for up to four days. However, it is best to refrigerate cakes with other frostings such as cream cheese or ganache. A fully covered unfrosted cake will last for up to 2 days at room temperature.

How long do fresh strawberries last in a cake? ›

Fresh strawberries will last about 3-5 days in a baked cake, assuming they were fresh when you chopped them and added them to the cake batter. If you have sad strawberries that need to be used up before they go bad, make sure they are blotted dry before you chop them, and any soggy spots have been removed.

How old is Strawberry Shortcake 2003? ›

She had a filly named Honey Pie Pony in the 2003 series. In the 1980's, Strawberry was six years old. Her current age is implied to be teenage/young adult aged e.g. in the 2003 version, Strawberry is able to drive a car and in the 2009 version, she owns a shop called the Berry Café.

How many years do strawberries last? ›

With proper care strawberry beds will produce good crops for three to five years, beginning one year after planting. An initial planting of 100 plants should provide enough fruit for a family of four, with surplus for freezing or making preserves.

Is Strawberry Shortcake pink or red? ›

Strawberry Shortcake is a bright and energetic little girl with red hair and freckles with a big, adorable smile.

Why did my strawberry cake turn brown? ›

This is probably due to the fact that when you bake fresh strawberries, the flesh tends to turn brown. Even when you're using a strawberry reduction. The lemon juice helps a little with the browning problem but doesn't get rid of it completely.

Can you put strawberries in the middle of a cake? ›

placing the cake tiers on top of each layer, using the buttercream in between layers. helps to keep the strawberries inside the cake tears. and also keeps the tears from sliding off one another.

Can you put cut strawberries in a cake? ›

Fresh Strawberry Cake is a must have when berries are in season! This strawberry cake is perfectly balanced with a semi-dense, but moist and buttery yellow cake that's lightened up by fluffy whipped cream icing. It's filled with homemade strawberry filling and sliced strawberries for a sweet and fresh contrast.

How do you keep strawberries dry on a cake? ›

If using fresh, I would slice and sugar them about an hour before needed. Sugar them pretty heavy. Then pat dry and use. The sugar will draw out a lot of moisture helping to prevent puddles.

How do you keep strawberries from sinking in a cake? ›

Give It A Coat

The “added support” comes from tossing the blotted fruit in a thin layer of flour or cornstarch. You'll find this technique across professional baking cookbooks, but it's a step often missed by home bakers. “Use a sieve to gently toss fruit in flour or cornstarch,” instructs Wise.

How do you stick strawberries to the side of a cake? ›

Dip strawberries into melted chocolate, then chill them in the freezer on a parchment-lined baking sheet for a few minutes. Pipe large buttercream rosettes around the top edge of the cake, then set the strawberries into them. Alternatively, frost the cake with strawberry buttercream, then pour ganache over it.

Does cake with fruit need to be refrigerated? ›

However, there are exceptions: If the temperature of your kitchen is hot, or if there's fresh fruit, fruit compote, or fresh dairy in the cake, such as cream cheese, whipped cream, or mascarpone, it's best not to keep the cake out at room temperature.

How long can strawberry shortcake be left out? ›

Room Temperature – Strawberry shortcake can sit out at room temperature safely for up to two hours while serving. The shortcake itself can be stored, covered, at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerator – Homemade whipped cream can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Is it better to put a cake in the fridge or leave it out? ›

In brief, refrigerating a cake causes this process to occur significantly faster than at room temperature. So, don't refrigerate your cakes. This is also true of breads and any other baked goods—they all go stale faster in the fridge.

How long does fruit cake last out of the fridge? ›

For best quality, a fruit cake that is tightly wrapped with aluminum foil or saran warp can be stored for up to 1 month in a cool, dark pantry, 6 months in the refrigerator, and 12 months in a freezer. Check often for signs of spoilage, and if mold or off-odors develop, discard the cake.

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