Description
This Chocolate Strawberry Cake features two layers of rich, moist chocolate cake infused with strong coffee to enhance the cocoa flavors, frosted with luscious strawberry frosting, and filled with fresh sliced strawberries. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a beautifully decadent yet fruity treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Dutch process cocoa powder (optional)
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup strong black coffee
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Additional Components
- 1 batch strawberry frosting
- 8-10 fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 batch chocolate ganache
Instructions
- Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans to prevent sticking, then set them aside while you prepare the batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a stand mixer bowl fitted with the whisk attachment or a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer, add the sugar, all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch process cocoa powder (if using), baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt. Mix on low speed until all the dry ingredients are thoroughly and evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, buttermilk, strong black coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about two minutes until the batter is smooth and slightly thin in consistency.
- Pour Batter into Pans: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared 9-inch pans, smoothing the top gently if necessary to ensure even layers.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pans on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a wooden toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the cake is baked through.
- Cool the Cake: Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes; then remove them from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting and assembling.
- Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are fully cooled, spread the strawberry frosting on one layer, add a layer of sliced fresh strawberries on top, then place the second cake layer over it. Frost the entire cake with remaining strawberry frosting and drizzle or spread chocolate ganache over the top for a rich finish.
Notes
- This cake combines the richness of chocolate with the fresh brightness of strawberries for a perfect balance of flavors.
- Using strong coffee in the batter helps to intensify the chocolate taste without adding a coffee flavor.
- Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- The strawberry frosting and fresh fruit add a refreshing contrast to the deep chocolate layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 776 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 445 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 29 mg
