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Chocolate Strawberry Cake

Chocolate Strawberry Cake

This Chocolate Strawberry Cake combines rich chocolate with fresh strawberries for a delightful dessert that impresses on any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder High-quality for rich flavor
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 3 large Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk Or almond/oat milk
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Or melted butter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients
  • 2 cups Fresh strawberries Sliced, for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
  5. Carefully divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Layer the cooled cake with chocolate frosting and fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Optional: Drizzle chocolate sauce over the top for extra indulgence.

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