Ingredients
– 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1 (15-ounce) box of yellow cake mix
– 1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup water
Equipment Needed
– 9×13-inch baking dish
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, I start by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s warming up, I gently mix the sliced strawberries with a tablespoon of sugar in a bowl and let them sit for a moment. This draws out their juices, creating a sweet sauce that pairs beautifully with the cheesecake layer. Next, in another bowl, I beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until it’s smooth and fluffy. This part always reminds me of fluffy clouds as I watch the mixture transform! (See the next page below to continue steps…)