Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake

1

Preheat oven to 350F; grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans and set aside.

2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, gelatin, flour, water and eggs, and beat with mixer for 2 minutes.

3

Add strawberries with syrup (half the box; the second half goes in the frosting) to batter and beat 1 minute more; then add oil and beat for an additional minute.

4

Pour batter into prepared pans and bake in preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes.

5

Remove from oven, let cool in pan for 5 minutes, then remove from pans and place on a rack to thoroughly cool.

6

When cake has cooled, frost with Strawberry Frosting, making a 2-layer layer-cake, putting frosting between both layers, on sides and on top.

7

Garnish top with fresh strawberries, if desired.

8

To make frosting, beat the butter in a large mixing bowl, with electric mixer, until smooth.

9

Beat in icing sugar, alternating with strawberries and syrup, until smooth.

10

Add vanilla extract and, if necessary, thin with a little milk or cream to spreading consistency.