"Fresh strawberry cake, inspired by a Sprinkles Bakeshop recipe. Topped with fluffy cheesecake frosting. Makes a 9-inch round, two 6-inch rounds, or 12 cupcakes...."
INGREDIENTS
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2/3 cup whole strawberries ((fresh or frozen and thawed))
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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2 tablespoons non-fat milk (at room temperature)
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2 tablespoons half-and-half (at room temperature)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup unsalted butter ((1 stick) at room temperature)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg (room temperature)
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2 large egg whites (room temperature)
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1 packet instant whipped topping ((Dream Whip))
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1 package cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix ((4 serving size—the “small” box. You can use sugar free or regular))
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1 1/2 cup non-fat milk ((use cold, direct-from-the-fridge))