Ingredients
– 1 box of vanilla cake mix
– 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
– 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1/2 cup butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Optional: fresh strawberries for garnish
Equipment Needed
– 9×13-inch baking dish
– Mixing bowl
– Electric mixer (or whisk and a little elbow grease)
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While that heats up, grab a mixing bowl, and combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat them until smooth and creamy with your electric mixer; this can take a couple of minutes, and trust me, it feels so good to watch it come together. After it’s nice and fluffy, fold in the vanilla extract for that extra kick of flavor. Next, in your baking dish, dump the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom. Trust me, the vibrant red color is more than just tempting! (See the next page below to continue steps…)