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Strawberry Honeybun Cake with Creamy Strawberry Icing

Strawberry Honeybun Cake with Creamy Strawberry Icing Bliss

Enjoy a nostalgic Strawberry Honeybun Cake with Creamy Strawberry Icing, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Vanilla Cake Mix Choose gluten-free option if needed.
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Diced, use thawed if frozen.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for healthier option.
  • 3 large Eggs Use flaxseed meal or applesauce for vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use dairy-free substitute if necessary.
For the Strawberry Cream Icing
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use vegan alternative.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Non-dairy options available.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries (pureed)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • knife
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix the vanilla cake mix, eggs, and sour cream until smooth.
  3. Fold in the diced strawberries and cinnamon gently into the batter.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and create swirls using a knife.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Cool the cake in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
  7. Prepare the icing by mixing together butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth; add pureed strawberries.
  8. Once cooled, ice the cake and decorate with fresh strawberries on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cool the icing for a smoother finish before spreading on the cake. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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