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Strawberry Chocolate Cake

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Indulge in the rich and delightful Strawberry Chocolate Cake, a perfect fusion of moist chocolate layers and creamy strawberry flavors. This cake features a luscious strawberry jam filling nestled between rich chocolate layers, all topped with a velvety strawberry cream cheese frosting. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends. With its fudgy texture and vibrant flavors, it creates a memorable experience that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

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  • 500 g strawberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 190 g all-purpose flour
  • 75 g natural cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 115 g unsalted butter (melted)
  • 100 g light-tasting oil
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 330 g milk (room temperature)
  • 250 g cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 115 g unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 100 g powdered sugar
  • 70 g strawberry jam (from above)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 200 g strawberries (finely diced)
  • 7 strawberries (halved for decoration)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, and water. Cook until the strawberries break down and form a thick jam consistency, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter or oil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, natural cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In another bowl, mix melted butter, light-tasting oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs. Beat until well combined using an electric mixer.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture while alternating with milk. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove cakes from oven and let them cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  8. In a bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Stir in cooled strawberry jam and vanilla extract.
  9. Once cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread strawberry jam over it followed by half of the cream cheese frosting. Top with diced strawberries before adding the second layer.
  10. Frost the top and sides of the second layer with remaining cream cheese frosting. Decorate with halved strawberries on top as desired.

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