Pudding-like strawberry cake with a decadent white chocolate frosting.
- Carbohydrate 8.59695354102 g
- Cholesterol 269.30685246 mg
- Fat 80.44126025664 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Protein 11.31676031898 g
- Saturated Fat 46.634339978712 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -9 inch round layer (230g)
- Sodium 568.811814906 mg
- Sugar 8.59695354102 g
- Trans Fat 9.46425104892599 g
- Calories 789 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9 inch round cake pans.
- Make cake per directions except substitute the 1 1/2 cups of strawberries for the water and add 1 extra egg, (if cake mix calls for 2 eggs add 3), and 8 ounces of the cream cheese at room temperature. Beat well and pour into the prepared pans.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. A toothpick inserted in the center will not come out clean when this cake is done since it is so moist. Let cake cool fully before frosting.
- To Make Frosting: Heat the heavy cream until just beginning to boil. Pour it over the white chocolate (chopped) and the remaining 4 ounces cream cheese. Mix well and let cool. Once cool fold into the whipped topping. Use to frost cooled cake and garnish with sliced fresh strawberries.
Pureed frozen strawberries act as the primary structural modifier in this batter, replacing standard water entirely to infuse fruit flavor and heavy moisture directly into the crumb.
- Ensure the 8 ounces of cream cheese incorporated into the batter sits at room temperature for at least 45 minutes to prevent curdling and lumps.
- Bake the layers in two 9-inch round cake pans at 350 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
- Rely on touch rather than a toothpick to test doneness because the high moisture content from the strawberries and cream cheese prevents the center from ever coming out clean.
- Chop the 8 ounces of white chocolate finely before pouring the heated heavy cream over it to guarantee the solids melt completely without seizing.
- Allow the heavy cream, white chocolate, and cream cheese ganache base to cool entirely to room temperature before gently folding in the thawed whipped topping.
Preserved fruit products deliver consistent moisture levels year-round regardless of season. Fresh sliced strawberries applied strictly as an exterior garnish provide a crisp textural contrast to the dense, pudding-like interior.
