Introduction

Strawberry Honeybun Cake is what happens when you combine the nostalgic flavor of a classic honeybun with the sweet, fruity richness of strawberry filling. This cake is soft, moist, and perfectly swirled with layers of cinnamon, brown sugar, and strawberry goodness. The texture is tender like a bakery-style snack cake, with a buttery crumb and a glossy vanilla glaze that melts into every warm slice.

Honeybun cake is already famous for its moist interior and cinnamon sugar swirl—but adding strawberry takes it to a whole new level. The fruity sweetness balances the warm spices, creating a dessert that tastes like a cross between a honeybun, a cinnamon roll, and strawberry cobbler. It’s easy, comforting, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, potlucks, holidays, or anytime you want a no-fail crowd-pleaser.

This Strawberry Honeybun Cake uses simple pantry ingredients and comes together quickly without fancy techniques. It bakes beautifully in a 9×13 pan and slices cleanly, making it ideal for serving a family or a crowd. The glaze adds that classic honeybun finish—a sweet, glossy coating that soaks into the warm cake and gives it irresistible melt-in-your-mouth flavor.

Let’s bake this sweet, fruity twist on a Southern classic.

Ingredients:

For the Cake

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• ¾ cup sour cream
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract