Description
Indulge in the sweetness of our Indulgent Strawberry Chocolate Shell Cake That Wows Every Time, a dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. This delightful cake features layers of rich chocolate cake complemented by fresh strawberries and enveloped in a glossy chocolate shell. Easy to make yet visually stunning, it’s perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this cake is both approachable for novice bakers and satisfying for seasoned pastry chefs. The luscious combination of chocolate and strawberries creates an unforgettable taste experience that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk (or yogurt with vinegar)
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2 large Eggs (or flaxseed meal with water)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Boiling Water
- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 8 ounces Dark Chocolate
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract together.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients and gradually add boiling water until smooth.
- Pour batter into a greased 9-inch round pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Slice strawberries and toss them with lemon juice.
- Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil over low heat until smooth.
- Once the cake is cooled, slice it horizontally into two layers; layer strawberries in between and pour chocolate over the top.
- Chill until set before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg