This Chocolate Strawberry Cake is a rich, moist, and decadent dessert perfect for any celebration. Layers of fudgy chocolate cake are filled and frosted with luscious strawberry buttercream and finished with fresh strawberries. It’s the ultimate treat for chocolate and fruit lovers alike!
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Strawberry Buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberry puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish:
- Fresh strawberries