Marbled Strawberry Cream Dessert (Print-Friendly Format)
Luscious strawberry cake with creamy swirls and fruity glaze. Easy and visually impressive dessert.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
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1 box strawberry cake mix, plus ingredients called for on the box
→ Cream Cheese Swirl
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Glaze
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1 cup fresh strawberries, mashed
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
→ Optional Garnish
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Fresh strawberries for topping
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White chocolate for drizzling
# How to Make It:
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Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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Mix the strawberry cake batter according to the box directions.
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Beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Drop spoonfuls of this mixture over the prepared cake batter and swirl it in with a knife for a marbled effect.
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Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
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Cook the mashed strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until bubbly. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened. Let the glaze cool to room temperature.
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Pour the cooled strawberry glaze over the cake and spread it evenly. Top with fresh strawberries and drizzle with white chocolate if desired.
# Additional Information:
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Frozen strawberries can substitute fresh ones for the glaze, but ensure they are thawed first.
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Adding extra lemon zest to the glaze enhances tanginess.
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This cake can also be made in a springform pan for a more elegant presentation.