Description
A delightful chocolate cake layered with fresh strawberries, perfect for celebrations or a special night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a bowl, sift together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat the wet ingredients: softened butter, eggs, and milk until creamy.
- Gradually combine the wet and dry mixtures until just blended; pour into prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on wire racks.
- Prepare the strawberry filling by tossing sliced strawberries with sugar; layer between cooled cakes with ganache.
Notes
Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture. Do not overmix the batter; mix just until combined for a lighter cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, strawberry dessert, birthday cake, celebration cake