Chocolate Vanilla And Strawberry Cake
The Chocolate Vanilla and Strawberry Cake is a delicious layered dessert combining three classic flavors. Moist chocolate, creamy vanilla, and sweet strawberry cake layers are topped with frosting, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for celebrations, this vibrant cake is a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.
Equipment
- 3 cake pans (9-inch round)
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake Layer:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Vanilla Cake Layer:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Cake Layer:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup strawberry puree fresh or frozen strawberries blended
For the Frosting:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries and chocolate shavings for decoration
Instructions
Preparing the Cake Layers
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your three 9-inch round cake pans to make sure the layers don’t stick.
Chocolate Cake Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
- Finally, pour in the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth (the batter will be thin, but that’s normal).
- Pour the batter evenly into one of the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check with a toothpick to ensure it’s fully baked. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack.
Vanilla Cake Layer:
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, then add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a second pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Let it cool as with the chocolate cake layer.
Strawberry Cake Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the sugar and butter together, then add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in the strawberry puree.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Pour into the third cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool as the other two layers.
Assembling the Cake
- Once all three layers are cooled, carefully level them with a knife if necessary to ensure they’re even.
- Spread a thin layer of frosting on the bottom layer (chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry – it’s up to you).
- Stack the next layer, spreading frosting between each layer as you go. Continue until all layers are stacked.
- Frost the top and sides of the entire cake, making sure to cover it generously.For extra decoration, top with fresh strawberries and chocolate shavings.
Notes
❖ Storage: This chocolate vanilla and strawberry cake keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. However, if you plan to store it longer, I recommend freezing the layers before frosting them. Just wrap each cake layer tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months.
❖ Flavor Variations: While I used vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry for this cake, you can easily switch things up with different flavors like lemon, raspberry, or even caramel. Experiment with food coloring to make your cake as colorful as you want!