Description
Indulge in a moist chocolate cake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, topped with a decadent chocolate shell.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chocolate cake mix
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dark chocolate for shell (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the chocolate cake mix box. Prepare two round cake pans by greasing and flouring them generously.
- Combine in a large mixing bowl the chocolate cake mix, cocoa powder, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Use an electric mixer for a smooth batter. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake the cakes according to the package instructions or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then gently turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until soft peaks form.
- Place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over it, followed by a luscious layer of sliced strawberries. Carefully add the second cake layer on top.
- Cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream, creating a smooth finish. For an extra touch, melt dark chocolate and pour it over the top for a stunning chocolate shell.
- Garnish the cake with additional strawberries, then slice and serve.
Notes
Make ahead by baking the cakes a day in advance, or use an air fryer for a quicker option. Experiment with different fruits or flavored whipped cream for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg