Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped cream
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, milk, butter, and vanilla extract. Beat until well blended. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberries and whipped cream.
- Crumble the cooled cake into a trifle dish or individual serving glasses. Top with the strawberry mixture.
- Repeat layers of cake and strawberry mixture until all ingredients are used.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and fluffy
- Sweet and refreshing
- Perfect for summer parties
- Can be easily customized with different fruits
User Comments:
- "This trifle is absolutely delicious! It's the perfect dessert for a hot summer day."
- "I love the combination of strawberries and cake. It's a classic combination that never gets old."
- "This trifle is so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make a more decadent trifle, use a cream cheese mixture instead of whipped cream.
- To make a gluten-free trifle, use a gluten-free cake mix.
- Be sure to let the cake cool completely before assembling the trifle. Otherwise, the cake will become soggy.