Description
Strawberry-packed “Strawberries and Cream Cheesecake Cake” delivers pure dessert bliss with classic American baking charm. Rich cream cheese layers and fresh berries promise a luxurious slice that melts deliciously on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Layers:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
Cheesecake Layer:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Toppings and Garnish:
- 1 cup (150 grams) sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 tub whipped topping
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
- Prepare the white cake mix following package guidelines, then evenly distribute the batter between the prepared pans and bake according to instructions.
- During cake baking, create the cheesecake mixture by blending cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring thorough mixing after each addition.
- Fold in vanilla extract and sour cream until well combined, creating a silky cheesecake batter.
- Transfer the cheesecake batter to a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325F (160C) and bake the cheesecake for 45-50 minutes until the center is firm and set.
- Remove cheesecake from oven and allow to cool completely within the pan.
- After cooling, place one white cake layer on a serving plate as the foundation.
- Arrange a generous layer of fresh sliced strawberries across the cake base.
- Carefully position the cooled cheesecake layer on top of the strawberries.
- Crown the dessert with the second white cake layer.
- Generously cover the entire cake with whipped topping, creating a smooth exterior.
- Decorate the top and sides with additional fresh sliced strawberries for visual appeal.
- Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and set.
Notes
- Ensure cake pans are properly greased and floured to prevent sticking and ensure easy cake removal.
- Use room temperature ingredients like cream cheese and eggs for smoother, more uniform batter consistency.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent air bubbles and cracking during baking.
- Create a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger pan with hot water to help the cheesecake bake evenly and prevent surface cracking.
- Let the cheesecake cool gradually to room temperature before refrigerating to minimize potential surface cracks.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the white cake mix with a gluten-free alternative and check all ingredient labels.
- Enhance strawberry flavor by macerating sliced strawberries with a little sugar before adding them between cake layers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 427 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg