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Chocolate Strawberry Cream Cake

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A luscious layered chocolate cake filled with whipped cream and fresh strawberries, topped with a silky chocolate ganache and garnished with a glossy strawberry for the perfect slice of indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • For the Chocolate Cake:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Whipped Cream Filling:
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and whole
  • For the Chocolate Ganache:
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 100g dark chocolate, chopped
  • Whole strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Add water, oil, vinegar, and vanilla. Mix until just combined. Divide the batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  2. Make the Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Slice the cooled cakes in half if desired for extra layers.
  3. Assemble the Cake: Place the first layer of cake on a plate. Spread whipped cream over the surface and press in whole strawberries. Repeat layering with the remaining cake and cream. Frost the outside with whipped cream.
  4. Prepare the Ganache: Heat cream until just simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Let it cool slightly before pouring over the cake.
  5. Garnish: Drizzle the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Place a halved strawberry on top for a final touch.

Notes

  • For extra layers, slice the cakes into two or three thinner layers before assembling.
  • Chill the whipped cream bowl and beaters for quicker whipping.
  • Allow the ganache to cool slightly before pouring to avoid melting the whipped cream.

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