Ingredients
1vanilla cake,classic
4cupsvegetable oil
3cupsdry pancake mix
2cupswhole milk
½cupwater
1tspvanilla extract
1cupall-purpose flour
½cuppowdered sugar,for dusting
fresh strawberry,for serving
Preparation
Slice the cake into 10 to 12 slices. Wrap each slice in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours up to overnight.
Add the canola oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F.
In a medium bowl, combine the pancake mix, milk, water, and vanilla. Stir until thoroughly combined and no lumps remain.
Working with 1 or 2 slices at a time, dredge the cake slices in the flour, then coat in the batter.
Carefully lower the battered cake into the hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from the oil and let cool slightly before serving.
Top the fried cake slices with powdered sugar and fresh strawberries. Enjoy!
