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Chocolate And Strawberry Cake

Chocolate And Strawberry Cake

Lipia
Chocolate and strawberry cake combines rich, velvety chocolate layers with fresh, tangy strawberry filling. The cake features a moist chocolate sponge, complemented by a smooth chocolate ganache, and is layered with a luscious strawberry compote. Topped with whipped cream or chocolate shavings, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and fruitiness, perfect for special occasions or a decadent treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer (hand or stand)
  • Sifter
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup boiling water

For the Strawberry Filling:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For Garnish:

  • Fresh strawberries whole or sliced
  • Mint leaves optional

Instructions
 

Preparing the Cake:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
  • Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.

Making the Strawberry Filling:

  • Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens (about 10 minutes). Let it cool.
  • Preparing the Chocolate Ganache:
  • Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer.
  • Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
  • Stir until smooth, then mix in the butter until fully incorporated. Let it cool slightly before using.

Assembling the Cake:

  • Slice the cooled cake in half horizontally.
  • Spread the strawberry filling over the bottom layer.
  • Place the top layer of the cake on the strawberry filling.
  • Pour the chocolate ganache over the top, spreading it evenly.
  • Garnish with fresh strawberries and mint leaves if desired.
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