Triple Layer Chocolate Cake With Strawberry Filling
There's nothing quite like a delicious chocolate cake, and when you add a sweet and tangy strawberry filling, it takes it to a whole new level. This triple layer chocolate cake with strawberry filling is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or just want to indulge in something sweet, this cake is sure to impress. In this article, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to make this delicious cake from scratch.
Ingredients
Before we start, let's take a look at the ingredients you'll need to make this cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Make sure to have all the ingredients on hand before you get started.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: Add the wet ingredients
Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
Step 4: Add the hot water
Gradually add the hot water to the batter, mixing until well combined. The batter will be very thin, but that's normal.
Step 5: Bake the cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the three prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 6: Make the strawberry filling
In a small saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 7: Assemble the cake
Once the cakes have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of the strawberry filling on top of the cake. Repeat with the remaining cake layers and filling.
Step 8: Frost the cake
You can frost the cake with your favorite frosting, or use the recipe below:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream, beating until light and fluffy. Spread the frosting on top of the cake.
Conclusion
There you have it – a delicious triple layer chocolate cake with strawberry filling that's perfect for any occasion. This cake is sure to impress your friends and family, and it's easy to make from scratch. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, you'll love making and eating this delicious cake.