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Ultimate Chocolate Strawberry Cake

A moist chocolate cake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, perfect for special celebrations and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk Can substitute with almond milk for added flavor.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water This will make the batter thin, leading to a moist cake.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  3. Add eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Carefully mix in the boiling water to thin the batter for a moist cake.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Assembly
  1. In a clean bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  2. On a serving plate, layer one cake, spread whipped cream, and layer sliced strawberries. Top with the second cake layer, more whipped cream, and strawberries.
  3. Slice and serve to enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze cake layers tightly wrapped in plastic for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.