Description
This cake is not just about taste—it’s also a visual masterpiece. The surprise creamy center combined with fresh strawberry flavor creates a beautiful contrast when sliced, making it ideal for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee or water
For the Strawberry Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
For Topping:
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Pink sugar pearls or candy
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth, then stir in hot coffee or water to create a thin batter.
Pour batter into greased pans and bake for 30–35 minutes. Allow cakes to cool completely before assembling.
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix well. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
Cut a hollow section in the center of one cake layer. Fill with strawberry cream. Place the second cake layer on top.
Notes
- Do not overbake the cake to keep it moist
- Chill the filling slightly before assembling
- Use good-quality chocolate for ganache
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 220mg
- Protein: 6g