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Strawberry Chocolate Cake

Irresistible Strawberry Chocolate Cake with Luscious Frosting

This Strawberry Chocolate Cake unites rich chocolate and vibrant strawberries for an irresistible dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Strawberry Jam Store-bought jam can be used for convenience.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour No direct substitutions, but gluten-free flour can be experimented with.
  • 3/4 cup Natural Cocoa Powder Dutch-process cocoa can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness for optimal leavening.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Ensure freshness for optimal leavening.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Omit if watching sodium intake.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil can be a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Light-Tasting Oil Light olive oil works nicely.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetness can be adjusted.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with more granulated sugar.
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or oat milk can be used for dairy-free version.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Substitute with vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Strawberries For filling and decoration.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Cake pans
  • oven
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine fresh strawberries, sugar, and a splash of water. Cook over medium-high heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens and becomes jam-like.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 6-inch round cake pans with parchment paper, ensuring the edges are greased.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat together the melted butter, light oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Beat together cream cheese and softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, strawberry jam, and vanilla extract.
  9. Level the tops of the cake layers if needed. Spread frosting and fresh strawberries between layers, and top with frosting on the outside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store unused cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze tightly wrapped for up to a month. Allow to thaw overnight in the fridge.

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