Description
This Chocolate Strawberry Cake is a delectable dessert combining rich cocoa flavor with the fresh sweetness of strawberries. Perfectly moist and tender, this cake layers fluffy chocolate cake with fresh strawberry slices and smooth chocolate frosting, making it an ideal treat for any celebration or casual indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Additional
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- Chocolate frosting (quantity as desired, not specified)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Make the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl and gently fold them together until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Bake the cake layers: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Assemble the cake: Once the cake layers have fully cooled, spread a layer of chocolate frosting on one cake layer, then add a generous layer of sliced fresh strawberries on top. Place the second cake layer over the first and frost the top and sides as desired. Garnish with additional sliced strawberries if preferred.
Notes
- You can substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Use vegetable oil or melted butter based on preference; butter will give a richer flavor.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to maintain a light, fluffy texture in the cake.
- Chocolate frosting quantities are not specified; adjust amount according to your preference for layering and topping.
- For even baking, make sure your oven is preheated fully before placing the cake pans inside.
- Fresh strawberries work best for layering to keep the cake moist and fresh-tasting.
