Ingredients
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 cup of fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (for icing)
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer (or whisk)
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Small saucepan (for melting icing)
- Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This first step is so important since a well-preheated oven sets the stage for even baking. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, sour cream, oil, water, and the tablespoon of vanilla. Using my electric mixer, I whip this together until everything is combined and smooth – about 2 minutes should do the trick. Your batter will have this delightful consistency that makes the whole process even more enjoyable. (See the next page below to continue steps…)