Decadent Strawberry Chocolate Cake

why make this recipe

Strawberry Chocolate Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It combines the rich, deep flavor of chocolate with the sweet and juicy essence of strawberries. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, a special event, or just want to treat yourself, this cake is sure to impress. The creamy frosting adds a luxurious touch, making every slice delightful. Plus, using fresh strawberries means you get a burst of flavor in every bite!

how to make Strawberry Chocolate Cake

Ingredients :

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup homemade strawberry jam
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3-4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup strawberry puree

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
4. Slowly stir in the boiling water until smooth.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.
8. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree until the desired consistency is reached.
9. Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of strawberry jam on top of one cake layer, add sliced strawberries, then place the second layer on top.
10. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the strawberry cream cheese frosting.
11. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries if desired.
12. Slice and serve!

how to serve Strawberry Chocolate Cake

Serve Strawberry Chocolate Cake at room temperature. It tastes wonderful on its own, but you can also pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. For extra sweetness and presentation, add fresh strawberries on top before serving.

how to store Strawberry Chocolate Cake

To store Strawberry Chocolate Cake, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you wish to preserve it even further, consider freezing individual slices wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Thaw in the fridge when you’re ready to enjoy.

tips to make Strawberry Chocolate Cake

1. Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing.
2. Do not skip the boiling water step; it makes the cake extra moist.
3. Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
4. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

variation

You can customize the Strawberry Chocolate Cake by using different types of berries, like raspberries or blueberries, in place of strawberries. Additionally, try adding chocolate chips to the cake batter for an extra chocolatey taste!

FAQs

1. Can I use store-bought strawberry jam?
Yes, store-bought strawberry jam works well if you’re short on time.

2. Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

3. How can I make the frosting lighter?
You can add more strawberry puree for a lighter frosting, or reduce the amount of powdered sugar to make it less sweet.

Strawberry Chocolate Cake

A decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate and sweet strawberries, perfect for any celebration.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cake ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

Frosting ingredients

• 1 cup homemade strawberry jam
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced For decoration and filling
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3-4 cups powdered sugar Adjust to taste
• 1/4 cup strawberry puree

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
4. Slowly stir in boiling water until smooth.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

Baking

1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.

Frosting

1. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree until the desired consistency is reached.

Assembly

1. Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of strawberry jam on top of one cake layer.
2. Add sliced strawberries, then place the second layer on top.
3. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the strawberry cream cheese frosting.
4. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries if desired.
5. Slice and serve!

Notes

Serve at room temperature. Pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped tightly.