Description
Sweet aromas of Strawberry Honeybun Cake dance through kitchens, promising pure comfort and indulgence. Moist layers infused with fruity richness invite bakers to savor each delectable slice of homemade happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers and Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend strawberry cake mix, sour cream, eggs, vegetable oil, water, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the batter becomes smooth and uniform.
- Create a separate mixture of brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the swirl component, ensuring the ingredients are well integrated.
- Transfer half the cake batter into the prepared pan, distributing it evenly across the surface. Generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over this initial layer.
- Carefully pour the remaining cake batter on top of the cinnamon layer, gently spreading to cover the entire surface without disturbing the underlying cinnamon swirl.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean and dry.
- Allow the cake to cool completely within the baking pan while preparing the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and strawberry jam until smooth.
- Incrementally add milk to the glaze mixture, stirring until achieving a pourable, drizzle-friendly consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled, elegantly drizzle the strawberry glaze across the entire surface, creating an appealing pattern.
- Cut into squares and serve this delightful strawberry honeybun cake as a sweet treat.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, ripe strawberries in the jam to enhance the cake’s natural fruity flavor and create a more vibrant glaze.
- Sift the cake mix and powdered sugar to prevent lumps and ensure a smoother, more consistent texture in both batter and glaze.
- Gently fold ingredients to maintain air pockets, resulting in a lighter, more tender cake crumb that melts in your mouth.
- Substitute dairy-free alternatives like almond milk and coconut oil for a vegan-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg