Ingredients: |
Ingredients: For the Cake Base:
• 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Glaze:
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, mashed
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
For Garnish:
• Fresh strawberries
• Drizzle of white chocolate (optional)
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Directions: |
Directions:
Prepare the Cake Base:
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• Prepare the strawberry cake batter according to the package instructions and pour it into the prepared dish.
Make the Cream Cheese Swirl:
• In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth
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• Drop dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter and use a knife to swirl it gently into the batter.
Bake the Cake:
• Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberry Glaze:
• In a small saucepan, combine the mashed strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to bubble.
• Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the glaze thickens. Let it cool to room temperature.
Assemble and Garnish:
• Drizzle the strawberry glaze over the cooled cake. Top with fresh strawberries and an optional drizzle of melted white chocolate.
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