Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

Indulge in the decadence of our Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake—a dessert that combines the romance of chocolate-dipped strawberries with the richness of a moist, cocoa-infused cake. This stunning layer cake features velvety chocolate ganache, a fresh strawberry filling, and a show-stopping garnish of chocolate-dipped strawberries. With just the right balance of sweetness and fruity freshness, this cake is perfect for celebrations, date nights, or anytime you want to impress. Whether you're drawn to its glossy ganache finish or the irresistible pairing of chocolate and strawberries, this recipe promises to be a centerpiece-worthy treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 cups fresh strawberries
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 12 strawberries for decoration
• 1 cup melted chocolate (for dipping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, mixing continuously. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

For the filling, slice 2 cups of fresh strawberries thinly and set aside.

Step 8

To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it starts to steam (do not boil). Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.

Step 9

Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of ganache on top, then layer with sliced strawberries.

Step 10

Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 11

Dip the decorative strawberries in melted chocolate and let them set on parchment paper. Once cooled, place them on top of the cake as decoration.

Step 12

Chill the cake for 1 hour before serving to allow the ganache to set. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3178.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7636.1

Total Fat 374.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 173.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 641.3mg	0%
Sodium 5308.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1096.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 122.6g	0%
Total Sugars 712.4g
Protein 116.0g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 880.6mg	0%
Iron 56.9mg	0%
Potassium 6193.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 53.4%