Description
Strawberry Honeybun Cake with Strawberry Cream Icing is a delicious twist on the classic honeybun cake. This moist, tender cake features swirls of cinnamon and strawberry jam, topped with a rich, creamy strawberry glaze. It’s a perfect dessert for spring gatherings, potlucks, or whenever you’re craving a fruity, comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
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- 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Strawberry Cream Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp strawberry puree or strawberry jam
- 1–2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (as needed)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, oil, eggs, and sour cream until well combined and smooth.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of strawberry jam over the batter and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Pour remaining batter over the top and gently swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, whisk together the icing ingredients until smooth, adjusting consistency with milk or cream.
- Let the cake cool slightly, then spread the strawberry cream icing over the warm cake.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use seedless strawberry jam for a smoother swirl.
- Enhance the flavor with a few drops of strawberry extract in the icing.
- This cake stays moist and flavorful for days — store covered at room temperature.
- Top with fresh strawberries for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: strawberry honeybun cake, strawberry cake, cinnamon swirl cake, strawberry icing, moist sheet cake, fruity dessert