Name: Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups granulated sugar; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp salt; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup boiling water; 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped; 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for the filling); 2 tbsp cornstarch; 2 tbsp water; 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped; 1 cup heavy cream; Fresh strawberries (for decoration); Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)

Description

If you’re craving a heavenly combination of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries, this Chocolate Strawberry Cake is just the treat you need.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
Fresh strawberries (for decoration)
Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)

Instructions

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the wet ingredients: milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined. Incorporate boiling water.
Once mixed, divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Combine chopped strawberries and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan. Stir until strawberries release their juices and soften. Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the saucepan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until filling thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a small saucepan, gently warm the heavy cream until it simmers. Pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Let ganache cool slightly.
Assemble the cake: Place one layer on a serving plate, spread strawberry filling, add another layer, and repeat. Top with ganache.
Decorate with fresh strawberries and chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients, don’t overmix, prepare strawberry filling ahead, and chill the cake before slicing.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert

Nutrition

Calories: 450 kcal
Sodium: 250 mg
Protein: 6 g