Strawberry Honeybun Cake

🍓 Strawberry Honeybun Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)

• 4 large eggs

• 1 cup sour cream

• ¾ cup vegetable oil

• ½ cup brown sugar

• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

• ¾ cup strawberry jam or preserves

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar

• 3–4 tbsp milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

2. Make the batter:
   In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, sour cream, and oil. Mix until smooth (about 2 minutes on medium speed).

3. Mix cinnamon swirl:
   In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar and cinnamon.

4. Assemble the cake:

   • Pour half the batter into the prepared pan.

   • Spoon dollops of strawberry jam evenly over the batter and gently swirl with a knife.

   • Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over this layer.

   • Pour the remaining batter on top and spread evenly.

5. Bake:
   Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Make the glaze:
   While the cake is baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

7. Glaze the cake:
   Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes, then pour the glaze over the warm cake. Allow it to soak in slightly.

8. Cool and serve:
   Let it cool completely before slicing for neat pieces—or serve warm for a gooey treat.

🍰 Optional Add-Ons:

• Add sliced fresh strawberries on top after glazing.

• Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts with the cinnamon swirl for a nutty crunch.

• Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.