INGREDIENTS:
For the Cake:
1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Strawberry Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tbsp milk
1/4 cup strawberry puree (blend fresh strawberries or use store-bought)
•INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl:
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
Assemble the Cake:
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
Pour the remaining cake batter on top and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
Bake the Cake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Strawberry Glaze:
While the cake is baking, in a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry puree until smooth.
Glaze the Cake:
Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the strawberry glaze over the top.
Tips:
For an extra burst of strawberry flavor, add a few extra chopped strawberries to the glaze or on top of the cake before serving.
Let the cake cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.