Last Updated on February 13, 2023
Today, we’re going to be taking a look at how to make a strawberry cake with pudding mix. I’ve seen so many recipes that say that pudding mix is a great addition to a cake mix, so I had to try it for myself. And they were definitely right! Not only does it bring additional flavor to the cake, but it also makes it moist and changes the texture slightly (if you don’t like a denser sponge, this may not be the recipe for you). But how do you go about making a strawberry cake with pudding mix? Let’s take a closer look.
What is Strawberry Cake with Pudding Mix?
Strawberry cake with pudding mix is exactly as it sounds. A strawberry sponge cake that has pudding mix incorporated into the batter before it’s baked. This is added for a number of reasons, including changes in texture, moistness, and flavoring. While the change when using pudding mix in the batter is subtle, it’s absolutely delicious and I’d highly recommend it.
Ingredients in Strawberry Cake Mix with Pudding
You may be wondering what the ingredients are when it comes to strawberry cake mix with pudding incorporated into the batter. Depending on which recipe you’re following, the ingredients can vary. However, our strawberry Bundt cake recipe uses the following:
- box of strawberry cake mix
- eggs
- sour cream
- oil
- vanilla pudding mix
- strawberries
- butter
- powdered sugar
- heavy cream
- pure vanilla extract
- salt
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Nutritional Information of Strawberry Cake with Pudding Mix
You may be curious as to the nutritional value when it comes to strawberry cake with pudding mix. A slice of our strawberry poke cake recipe contains the following:
- Calories: 204
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 5g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 333mg
- Potassium: 226mg
- Fiber: 1g
Can You Add Vanilla Pudding to Strawberry Cake Mix?
Absolutely! While you may feel apprehensive about adding vanilla pudding mix to cake mix, there’s no need to feel that way. In fact, adding pudding mix to a cake batter is seen as one of the best and easiest ways of elevating your cake. It has no downsides but has many advantages such as improving the density, flavor, and moisture level. It’s best to add one small packet of pudding mix to the batter of your cake mix.
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Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix and Pudding
Let’s get down to the reason you’re here: how to make a strawberry cake with pudding mix. Let’s take a closer look.
Ingredients
The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:
for the cake:
- 1 strawberry cake box mix
- 3oz of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
for the frosting:
- 1oz of freeze dried strawberries
- 1 cup of butter
- 4 cups of powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- touch of salt
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Recipe
Now all you need to do is:
Step 1: Prepare
Gather all of the ingredients you need and preheat your oven to 350F. You’ll also need to grease a Bundt pan lightly.
Step 2: Make the Batter
Add the following ingredients to a bowl: cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, sour cream, and oil. Mix well until you have a smooth, thick texture.
Step 3: Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and place in the center of your preheated oven. Bake for around 45 minutes. You can check your cake is ready by placing a toothpick into the center of your cake; if it comes out clean, your cake is fully baked. Remove from oven and leave to cool for around 15 minutes. At this point, remove from pan and leave to cool entirely.
Step 4: Make the Frosting
Step 5: Decorate
Strawberry Poke Cake with Vanilla Pudding
Poke cake is absolutely delicious and if you’re looking for a strawberry cake filled with vanilla pudding, then look no further. This recipe is inspired by one from Greens and Chocolate. Let’s take a closer look.
Ingredients
The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:
- 1 box of strawberry cake mix
- 2 packets of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 container of Cool Whip
- handful of sprinkles
Recipe
Now all you need to do is:
Step 1: Bake the Cake
Follow the instructions on the strawberry cake mix packet to bake your cake the way it’s intended. Once baked, remove from oven and leave to cool slightly, until warm.
Step 2: Fill with Vanilla Pudding
Add one packet of pudding mix along with 2 cups of milk to a bowl. Mix well. Once mixed, poke the baked cake gently with a fork around 20-40 times. Now pour your pudding mix over the cake, ensuring the mixture is seeping into the holes.
Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix and Pudding
Ingredients
Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix and Pudding
For the cake:
- 1 strawberry cake box mix
- 3 oz of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
For the frosting:
- 1 oz of freeze dried strawberries
- 1 cup of butter
- 4 cups of powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- touch of salt
Strawberry Poke Cake with Vanilla Pudding
- 1 box of strawberry cake mix
- 2 packets of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 container of Cool Whip
- handful of sprinkles
Instructions
Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix and Pudding
- Prepare - Gather all of the ingredients you need and preheat your oven to 350F. You'll also need to lightly grease a Bundt pan.
- Make the Batter - Add the following ingredients to a bowl: cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, sour cream and oil. Mix well until you have a smooth, thick texture.
- Bake the Cake - Pour the batter into your prepared pan and place in the center of your preheated oven. Bake for around 45 minutes. You can check your cake is ready by placing a toothpick into the center of your cake; if it comes out clean, your cake is fully baked. Remove from oven and leave to cool for around 15 minutes. At this point, remove from pan and leave to cool entirely.
- Make the Frosting - Add the strawberries to a blender and blitz until fine crumbs remain. Leave to one side. Grab a bowl and beat the butter until smooth. Now add the sugar, heavy cream, salt, vanilla and blitzed strawberries to the butter. Mix until it becomes light and fluffy in texture. You can add more cream at this point if you don't have the right consistency.
- Decorate - Add the frosting to your cooled cake. Serve, slice and enjoy!
Strawberry Poke Cake with Vanilla Pudding
- Bake the Cake - Follow the instructions on the strawberry cake mix packet to bake your cake the way it's intended. Once baked, remove from oven and leave to cool slightly, until warm.
- Fill with Vanilla Pudding - Add one packet of pudding mix along with 2 cups of milk to a bowl. Mix well. Once mixed, poke the baked cake gently with a fork around 20-40 times. Now pour your pudding mix over the cake, ensuring the mixture is seeping into the holes.
- Make the Topping - With the remaining milk and pudding mix, add to a bowl and mix well. Gently fold in the Cool Whip and frost your finished cake with the mixture. Use a spatula to ensure it's evenly distributed. Add sprinkles to the top of your frosting and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, to set. Serve, slice and enjoy!
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Conclusion
I hope this post has helped you to become more familiar with how to make a strawberry cake with pudding mix, and why pudding mix is such a great addition to your cake batter.
Do you have any tips or tricks when it comes to making strawberry cake mix with pudding? If so, please feel free to let me know in the comments below. Sharing is caring!
