Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Indulge in the decadent delight of a Chocolate Strawberry Cake that combines rich chocolate layers with fresh strawberries, creating a dessert perfect for any celebration or cozy afternoon treat. This moist and flavorful cake is layered with luscious strawberries and topped with creamy chocolate ganache, making it visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress your guests. With easy-to-follow instructions and versatile options for customization, you can make this delightful dessert uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water (for strawberries)
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh strawberries (for garnish)
- Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix in the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add boiling water to the batter until smooth.
- Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg