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Strawberries and Cream Dream Layer

Strawberries and Cream Dream Layer: Indulge in Pure Bliss

The Strawberries and Cream Dream Layer combines the richness of red velvet cake with creamy cheesecake for a delightful dessert that impresses.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix Chocolate or vanilla mix can be used.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for structure.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute melted butter.
  • 1 cup Water Follow package instructions.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whipped to soft peaks.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute lime juice.
For the Strawberry Layers
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Washed and sliced.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickens the strawberry compote.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 sheet Parchment Paper Prevents cakes from sticking.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • hand mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Cake pans
  • whisk
  • offset spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the red velvet cake mix package, typically around 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease two round cake pans with vegetable oil or butter and line with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine red velvet cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water as directed on the package.
  4. Place filled cake pans in the preheated oven and bake according to package instructions, usually for 25-30 minutes.
  5. After baking, allow the layers to cool in the pans for 10 minutes and then transfer to wire racks.
  6. Wash and slice fresh strawberries, sprinkle with granulated sugar, and allow to macerate for 10-15 minutes.
  7. In a saucepan, combine diced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice; cook for 5 minutes. Thickening with cornstarch mixed with water.
  8. Beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and lemon juice until smooth, then fold in whipped cream.
  9. Assemble the layers by placing one cake layer, topping with cheesecake filling, macerated strawberries, and compote, repeating with the second layer.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight before serving.
  11. Slice into wedges to serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cake layers to cool completely before assembly to prevent melting cheesecake filling.

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