Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of our Chocolate Strawberry Cake, a perfect harmony of rich chocolate and luscious strawberries. This delightful dessert is not just a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, with layers of moist chocolate cake complemented by a fresh strawberry filling and topped with velvety chocolate ganache. It’s an ideal choice for celebrations or an afternoon sweet craving. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is simple to follow and guarantees impressive results that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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 strawberry filling)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your 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.
- Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually stir in boiling water to create a smooth batter.
- Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in their pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg