Made with simple pantry items, this Strawberry Bundt Cake has a delicious homemade marshmallow cream filling.
This easy dessert is the recipe you need to bake if you're looking to impress your friends and family with a mouthwatering dessert that looks as good as it tastes!
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 15 min | Cook/Bake: 40 min | Difficulty: Easy | Servings: 16
Main Ingredients: strawberry cake mix, strawberry Jello, eggs, vegetable oil, marshmallow fluff, powdered sugar
Best For: spring gatherings, potlucks, Easter dessert table, family celebrations
Make Ahead: Bake the cake a day in advance and store covered; prepare the filling the same day for best texture before assembling
Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days; bring to room temperature before serving
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Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Tried, Loved, and Rated 5 Stars!
- How to make sure a cake doesn't stick to the pan:
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Directions
- Marshmallow Cream Cake Filling
- How to Fill Plastic Decorating Bags
- How to Fill a Bundt Cake
- How to Decorate a Bundt Cake with Strawberries
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Recipe FAQ's
- Storage & Serving Tips
- More Strawberry Recipes to LOVE
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 🗒️Shopping List
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Tried, Loved, and Rated 5 Stars!
I made this cake and my two kids loved it. My son wants it for his birthday cake so will make again. It is very good and turned out pretty!
- Connie Harned
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How to make sure a cake doesn't stick to the pan:
When it comes to baking a cake, one of the most frustrating things can be having it stick to the pan. There are a few things you can do to help prevent this from happening:
- Make sure the pan is properly greased. You can use either butter or cooking spray, but make sure you get into all the corners and crevices.
- I like to use Pam Baking Spray with Flour.
- Dust the pan with flour or cocoa powder. This will create a barrier between the cake and the pan.
- Tap the pan on the counter a few times before adding the batter. This will help to remove any air bubbles that might be present.
- You can also line the pan with parchment paper, just like I do with my Pumpkin Bread Recipe—this tip works especially well with loaf pans, 9x13 pans, and more.
- When you're ready to bake, make sure the oven is preheated to the correct temperature before adding the cake batter. Once the cake is baked, allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes before turning it out onto a plate or wire rack.
- If the cake does stick to the pan, you can try running a thin knife around the edge of the cake.
Baker's Joy Baking Spray with FlourMore InformationPam Baking Spray with FlourMore Information
Helpful Kitchen Tools
Disposable Piping Bags Pastry BagsMore InformationOriginal Bundt Pan, 12 CupMore InformationKraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallow CremeMore InformationJell-O Strawberry Gelatin Mix 3 ozMore Information
Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Ingredients for the Cake
Ingredients for the Marshmallow Cream Center
Substitutions and Variations
Cake Mix – Swap the strawberry cake mix with vanilla, lemon, or chocolate for a different flavor base.
Filling – Replace marshmallow cream with sweetened whipped cream, pastry cream, or even a cream cheese filling for a richer flavor.
Strawberry Flavor – Use strawberry gelatin powder in the batter if you can’t find strawberry cake mix into a white or vanilla cake mix.
Berry Twist – Add fresh chopped strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries into the batter.
Looking for more? Try my full collection of Easy Dessert Recipes or Cake Mix Cookies.
Step-by-Step Directions
This section includes step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, water, vegetable oil and jello mix until well combined.
Step 2: Pour the batter into your prepared Bundt Cake Pan that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes and then turn the cake over onto a cooling rack until completely cooled.
Marshmallow Cream Cake Filling
Step 3: In a large bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy, then mix in the marshmallow fluff, powdered sugar, and vanilla until well combined. Gradually add the heavy whipping cream, mixing after each tablespoon, until the mixture reaches a smooth, pipeable consistency.
How to Fill Plastic Decorating Bags
Here’s an easy tip I’ve shared before on how to fill the plastic decorating bags:
- Take a large plastic storage bag or a disposable decorating bag, and place it inside a large drinking glass or tall jar.
- Cuff the excess bag over the sides of the glass.
- Make sure the inside of the bag is smooth by pressing it to the sides of the drinking glass.
- Spoon the batter into the bag using a spatula being careful not to fill it all the way up or the batter will overflow once you start squeezing.
- Gently lift the bag out of the glass jar and squeeze it gently to work the batter down into the bottom of the bag.
- Twist the end of the bag and snip one corner with the kitchen scissors.
How to Fill a Bundt Cake
Step 4: Turn the bundt cake upside down and scoop 8-10 holes using a teaspoon, small cookie scoop, or melon baller. Deepen them with the end of a wooden spoon. Pipe marshmallow cream into each hole and enjoy!
How to Decorate a Bundt Cake with Strawberries
Step 5: To flip the cake, place a cake plate on top, then carefully turn it over. You can also decorate the top of the cake with fresh strawberries for a beautiful presentation and added sweetness.Don't forget to dust with powdered sugar, slice, and enjoy!
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
Want to make this recipe even better? Don’t miss my favorite tips below for boosting flavor, perfecting texture, and saving time in the kitchen!
✔️ DO use a baking spray with flour or grease and flour your Bundt pan well to ensure the cake releases cleanly.
❌ DO NOT try to fill the cake while it’s warm—the marshmallow cream will melt and make a mess.
Recipe FAQ's
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Make a box cake taste like a bakery cake by swapping water for milk, adding an extra egg, and using melted butter instead of oil. Enhance the texture with sour cream, mix gently, bake at 325°F for an even rise, and brush with simple syrup for extra moisture.
Some professional bakers use box cake mix as a base but enhance it with extra ingredients like milk, butter, sour cream, or additional flavorings to create a more homemade taste and texture. However, many prefer baking from scratch for complete control over flavor, texture, and quality.
Storage & Serving Tips
Refrigerator: If you have a cake with perishable filling, such as this bundt cake with the marshmallow cream, it's best to store it in the refrigerator. You can use a cake keeper with lid to store the cake. It works great for transporting cake as well!
Freezer: Because of the marshmallow filling, this cake will not freeze well.
Serving Tips: Slice with a sharp serrated knife for clean cuts and wipe the blade between slices. Let the cake sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving so the marshmallow filling softens slightly. Serve as is, or add fresh strawberries on the side for a simple finishing touch.
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Strawberry Marshmallow Cake (Strawberry Bundt Cake with Marshmallow Cream Filling)
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Ingredients
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 4 eggs
- 1 ⅓ cup water
- ⅔ cup vegetable oil
- 3 oz box of strawberry Jello
- 1 stick unsalted butter softened
- 7.5 oz. Marshmallow fluff
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp. heavy whipping cream
Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a bundt cake pan with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, water, vegetable oil and jello mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes and then turn the cake over onto a cooling rack until completely cooled.
- Once the cake is cooled, prepare the cream filling. It’s important to wait until the cake is cooled.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter until it’s light and fluffy. Add in the fluff, powdered sugar and vanilla and mix until well combined.
- Slowly add in the heavy whipping cream and mix after each tbsp.
- Stop adding the heavy cream once the consistency is creamy enough to be piped.
- Carefully turn the bundt cake over on it’s top.
- Using a teaspoon, small cookie scoop or melon baller, scoop out 8-10 holes in the bottom of the cake.
- Using the end of a wooden spoon, push the holes a little deeper and create a nice space for the cream to fill.
- Scoop the filling into a piping bag and fill each of the holes up with the cream filling.
- To flip the cake back over, place your cake plate on top of the cake and carefully turn it back over. Dust with some powdered sugar, cut and enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
- Use room-temperature eggs for a lighter cake.
- Don’t overmix—stir just until combined.
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Use a non-stick baking spray that contains flour to ensure the cake releases easily from the Bundt pan.
- Tap the Bundt pan to release air bubbles.
- Cool completely before adding filling.
- Use a melon baller or spoon for neat holes.
- Store covered in the fridge up to 3 days (not freezer-friendly).
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and powdered sugar.
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Wordle Solver says
This strawberry bundt cake sounds amazing! Love that it's made with simple pantry items. The tip about preventing the cake from sticking is super helpful. Can't wait to try it!
Loretta Nevarez says
Why does it say "cream cheese filling" when there's no cream cheese in the recipe? 🤔
Lois says
Thank you for catching that! You’re absolutely right — there isn’t any cream cheese in this recipe. I had a mistake in the recipe card, but it’s been corrected now to show the marshmallow cream filling. I really appreciate you pointing it out so others aren’t confused. Hope you enjoy the cake!
Penny Struebig says
This looks amazing! Can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing the recipe on Thinking Out Loud Thursday!
Esme Slabbert says
Love the cream filling, looking so incredibly good.
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