Strawberry Sweetheart Cake

1. 1

   Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. 2

   Lightly grease and flour a 9x9-inch square pan and a 9-inch round pan.

3. 3

   Stir together the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs together in a bowl until smooth.

4. 4

   Mix in the strawberry gelatin until combined.

5. 5

   Divide the batter evenly between the 2 prepared pans.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

7. 7

   Transfer the square cake onto a large platter.

8. 8

   Cut the round cake in half, then arrange the cut side of the cake along two edges of the square cake to create a heart shape.

9. 9

   Poke several holes on the top of the cake using the handle of a wooden spoon or spatula.

10. 10

    Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake so that it runs into the holes; allow the milk to soak in.

11. 11

    Spread the strawberry preserves on top of the cake.

12. 12

    Fold the cream cheese frosting into the whipped topping in a bowl until just incorporated.

13. 13

    Spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cake.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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