Strawberry Covered Chocolate Cake
A Strawberry Covered Chocolate Cake features a moist chocolate cake enveloped in a layer of sweet strawberry glaze or frosting. Topped with fresh strawberries or a strawberry coulis, this cake offers a delightful blend of rich chocolate and vibrant berry flavors for a visually appealing and delicious treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9-inch round cake pans,
- offset spatula
- piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee
For the Strawberry Buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup strawberry puree
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 pint fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
Instructions
Making the Chocolate Cake
- Prep the pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla.
- Create the batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the hot coffee.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in pans before frosting.
Making the Strawberry Buttercream
- Cream the butter: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add sugar gradually: Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating on medium-high speed until smooth.
- Incorporate flavors: Stir in the strawberry puree, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Assembling the Cake
- Level cakes: Once cooled, level the tops of the cakes if necessary.
- Layer and frost: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of strawberry buttercream on top. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream.
- Decorate: Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the frosted cake.