Chocolate And Strawberry Cake
Chocolate and Strawberry Cake features a decadent combination of rich chocolate cake layers paired with sweet, juicy strawberries. Bake a moist chocolate cake, then layer it with a strawberry filling or fresh strawberries. Frost with chocolate or strawberry icing for a delightful contrast. This cake blends the deep flavor of chocolate with the freshness of strawberries, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- electric mixer,
- Cake Pans
- Spatula
- frosting bag,
- piping tips
Ingredients
For the cake layers:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
For the strawberry filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
For the chocolate frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparing the Cake Layers
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in the hot water until incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Strawberry Filling
- In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.
- Let the filling cool completely before using.
Preparing the Chocolate Frosting
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Assembling the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the first layer.
- Top with the second cake layer.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the chocolate frosting.
- Decorate with additional strawberries or chocolate shavings, if desired.