Strawberry Spoon Cake is the perfect combination of sweet, tart berry goodness and crumbly cake. This easy-to-make dessert is a dump-and-go recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
For a delicious and easy-to-make dessert the whole family will lovelook no further than this Strawberry Spoon Cake! This delectable dessert is simple to make, and perfect for a weeknight dessert when you're craving something sweet.
Whether you are new to baking or an experienced pastry chef, this strawberry spoon cake recipe is quick and easy to make, with great results.
- Easy to make. Just layer all of the ingredients in a baking dish and bake!
- Quick to make. The strawberry spoon cake can be ready in just 25 minutes.
- It's delicious. The combination of fresh strawberries, sweet and tart brown sugar, and fluffy cake is irresistible.
- Versatile. You can serve the cake warm or cold, hot summer spoon cake can be topped with whipped cream, ice cream, or your favorite toppings.
- Perfect year round. Since fresh strawberries are usually available year round, it's a perfect fresh fruit dessert to make.
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Strawberry Spoon Cake Ingredients
This easy hot summer strawberry spoon cake is the perfect way to enjoy the season's bounty. It's a dump and go cake, so there's no need to worry about mixing a complicated batter.
- Strawberries - Fresh strawberries. Washed, hulled, and quartered.
- Strawberry Jello - Small box of strawberry Jello.
- Cake mix - Any yellow or white cake mix.
- Butter - Unsalted butter.
- Water
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make A Strawberry Spoon Cake
Just combine a few simple ingredients, layer into a baking dish, and bake. The result is a moist, flavorful cake with juicy strawberries throughout.
Prepare The Strawberries
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F, and spray a 2.5 quart casserole dish with non stick cooking spray.
- Add the washed, hulled, and quartered strawberries into the casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the strawberry Jello evenly over all the strawberries. Be sure to use regular jello, not the sugar free.
Layer The Remaining Ingredients
- Next, sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the strawberries and Jello and lay the sliced pats of butter over the cake mix.
- Gently pour the water over the butter and cake mix.
Bake, Then Cool Until Warm
- Place the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the strawberries are bubbling up with juice.
- Remove and cool until warm. Scoop out with a large serving spoon into bowls and top with additional fresh sliced strawberries, ice cream, heavy cream, or whipped cream.
Serving Suggestions
Strawberry spoon cake is a popular dessert year round, but it's especially popular during the summer months when strawberries are in season.
It's a great dessert to make for a summer barbecue, potluck, or picnic. Serve hot summer spoon cake topped with ice cream, whipped cream, or additional sliced berries.
If you love strawberries, try some of our other great recipes using fresh strawberries:
- Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Panera)
- Blueberry Strawberry Pie
- Instant Pot Strawberry Keto Cheesecake
- Summer Berry Trifle
- Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations using this strawberry spoon cake recipe:
- Add some fresh chopped rhubarb as part of the total strawberry amount for a strawberry rhubarb spoon cake.
- Use blueberries and strawberries, or frozen mixed berries instead of strawberries.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this strawberry spoon cake recipe.
Storage and Reheating
- The strawberry spoon cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- To freeze the cake, let it cool completely and then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- When you're ready to serve, thaw the cake overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat it in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Tips for Success
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Be sure to not over bake the spoon cake. The cake should be just cooked through.
Frequently Asked Questions
You serve the warm strawberries and cake topping out with a spoon, serving with warm cream, sliced berries, or a scoop of ice cream for a warm, creamy cake and berry goodness.
A spoon cake is a twist on a spoon bread pudding. Instead of corn and cornmeal based spoon bread, a spoon cake uses fruit and cake batter. The spoon bread is usually savory, while the spoon cake is a dessert.
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Strawberry Spoon Cake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs strawberries Fresh strawberries. Washed, hulled, and quartered.
- 3 oz strawberry Jello small box
- 1 cake mix white or yellow, any brand
- 4 oz butter unsalted
- 1½ cup water
- strawberries fresh, to serve with
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F, and spray a 2.5 quart casserole dish with non stick cooking spray.
- Add the washed, hulled, and quartered strawberries into the casserole dish.2 lbs strawberries
- Sprinkle the strawberry Jello evenly over all the strawberries. Be sure to use regular jello, not the sugar free.3 oz strawberry Jello
- Next, sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the strawberries and Jello and lay the sliced pats of butter over the cake mix.1 cake mix, 4 oz butter
- Gently pour the water over the butter and cake mix.1½ cup water
- Place the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the strawberries are bubbling up with juice.
- Remove and cool until warm. Scoop out with a large serving spoon into bowls and top with additional fresh sliced strawberries, ice cream, heavy cream, or whipped cream.strawberries
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Be sure to not over bake the spoon cake. The cake should be just cooked through.
Nutrition
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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