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Strawberry Cream Chocolate Cake – Tasty & Beautiful

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This Strawberry Chocolate Cake features moist chocolate layers, fresh strawberry filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping. A decadent dessert for birthdays, holidays, or romantic dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour

  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • 2 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup hot coffee or boiling water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch pans.

  • Whisk dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients and mix until smooth.

  • Stir in hot coffee or water. Divide batter and bake 30–35 minutes. Cool completely.

  • Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat for 10–12 mins. Let cool.

  • Heat cream, pour over chocolate, and stir to make ganache. Cool slightly.

  • Layer cake: one layer, then strawberry filling, then second layer.

  • Pour ganache over top. Decorate with fresh strawberries.

  • Chill to set, then serve at room temperature.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen strawberries for the filling. Substitute sour cream for buttermilk if needed. For extra richness, layer with chocolate whipped cream.