Description
Indulge in the exquisite combination of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries with this Savory Chocolate Cake. Each moist slice features a luscious strawberry filling that perfectly complements the deep cocoa flavors. Whether for a birthday celebration or a cozy family gathering, this cake promises to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
- For the filling, mix sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10-15 minutes to macerate.
- Layer one cake on a serving plate, spread half the strawberry filling on top, place the second layer over it, and finish with remaining strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg