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Strawberry Chocolate Cake Recipe – Elegant & Delicious Dessert

Strawberry Chocolate Cake

This decadent Strawberry Chocolate Cake blends the richness of dark chocolate with the sweetness of fresh strawberries. It’s a celebration in every slice, perfect for any special occasion or cozy afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 100 g dark chocolate melted and cooled
Filling & Frosting
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
Decoration
  • 1/4 cup chocolate shavings or curls
  • 4 chocolate-covered strawberries

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Cake pans (2 round)
  • Oven
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. Fold in the melted dark chocolate until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Let cool completely.
  7. For frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder until fluffy. Fold in the sliced strawberries.
  8. Place one cake layer on a plate, spread frosting, and add another layer. Cover the entire cake with remaining frosting.
  9. Decorate with chocolate shavings and chocolate-covered strawberries. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Try adding a touch of coffee to the batter to deepen the chocolate flavor. Chill your strawberries before decorating to prevent bleeding. This cake tastes even better the next day.