Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Indulge in a rich, moist Chocolate Strawberry Cake layered with fresh berries and silky frosting—perfect for celebrations or sweet cravings.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh strawberries
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Strawberry Filling
- In a pot, mix together strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Simmer over medium heat for 10–12 minutes until it thickens. Cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat two 9-inch round pans with grease and line them with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a big bowl.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
Step 3: Bake & Cool
- Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 4: Assemble & Frost
- Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread strawberry filling evenly.
- Top with the second layer. Frost sides and top with chocolate frosting.
- Garnish with strawberries and chocolate shavings.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Slice)
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 490 kcal |
| Total Fat | 25g |
| Saturated Fat | 13g |
| Carbohydrates | 64g |
| Sugar | 45g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sodium | 330mg |
| Cholesterol | 70mg |