Chocolate Strawberry Cake: The Best Indulgent Dessert Recipe
A rich and decadent chocolate strawberry cake that is perfect for any special occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract; mix for 2 minutes on medium speed.
- Stir in boiling water until well combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, layer with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of espresso powder to the cake mix.
- You can substitute the vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chocolate Strawberry Cake, Dessert, Indulgent Dessert