Leap-Year Birthday Cake
Air Date: 2/29/2008
12 to 16 servings

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1 (18.25-ounce) package chocolate cake mix, batter prepared according to package directions
1 (4-serving size) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1-1/2 cups cold milk
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
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Bake cake batter according to package directions for two 9-inch round layers; let cool.

In a medium bowl, with an electric beater on medium speed, beat pudding mix and milk until well combined; allow to thicken slightly.

Invert 1 cake layer onto serving plate. Spread 1 cup pudding over cake layer and cover with sliced strawberries.

In a medium bowl, combine remaining pudding with whipped topping until thoroughly blended. Place second cake layer rounded-side up over strawberries then frost top and sides of cake with whipped topping mixture. Chill for at least 2 hours; serve, or cover loosely and keep chilled until ready to serve.