Description

Savor the delightful layers of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries in this Strawberry Chocolate Layer Cake—a perfect indulgence for any celebration.

Ingredients

All-Purpose Flour
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Granulated Sugar
Baking Powder
Salt
Eggs
Whole Milk
Vegetable Oil
Vanilla Extract
Fresh Strawberries
Heavy Cream
Powdered Sugar
Cream Cheese

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth; then combine with dry ingredients without overmixing.
Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Level the tops if necessary.
Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; fold in powdered sugar and softened cream cheese for frosting. Spread between cooled cake layers and on top; decorate with fresh strawberries and optional chocolate ganache.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in almond extract or using flavored frostings like cream cheese. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to five days. - You can substitute fresh strawberries with raspberries or blueberries for a twist.