Ingredients
– 1 box of yellow cake mix
– 4 large eggs
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 1 cup water
– 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
– 2 cups milk
– 2 cups sliced strawberries
– 2 ripe bananas
– 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
– Additional strawberry slices for garnish
– Optional: A sprinkle of crushed graham crackers for added texture
Equipment Needed
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (or whisk)
– Poking tool (like a fork or skewer)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Spatula
– Refrigerator-safe container for storing leftovers
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick things off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. I like to use an electric mixer to blend everything together until it’s smooth and combines perfectly. Once you’ve got a bowl of sunshine-colored batter, pour it into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The smell of this baking cake is honestly like a warm hug! It fills my kitchen with sweet anticipation. (See the next page below to continue steps…)