Description
Indulge in the irresistible harmony of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries with this Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake. Each bite reveals a light, fluffy shortcake layered with velvety chocolate goodness and sweet, juicy strawberries. Perfect for any occasion—birthdays, picnics, or just a Tuesday treat—this dessert promises to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then divide batter evenly between pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes before layering with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg