Strawberry Chocolate Cake
Strawberry Chocolate Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the richness of chocolate. This indulgent cake features luscious layers and a moist texture, making it an ideal treat for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy family dinners. With its vibrant colors and heavenly taste, each slice promises to be a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (cooled)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until fluffy. Mix in melted butter and milk.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until combined.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg