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Dark Velvet Strawberry Cake

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This Dark Velvet Strawberry Cake is a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of red velvet and the sweetness of strawberries. Perfect for special occasions, it features moist dark velvet cake layers, a fresh strawberry filling, and creamy cream cheese frosting. Garnished with fresh strawberries, it's a showstopper that will impress any guest!

Ingredients

For the Dark Velvet Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • ½ cup (120ml) water

For the Strawberry Filling:

  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, chopped
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp heavy cream (if needed for consistency)

For Garnish:

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Optional: Chocolate shavings or sprinkles

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dark Velvet Cake:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth. Stir in red food coloring and water.
    • Pour batter evenly into prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    • Cool cakes for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

  • Prepare the Strawberry Filling:

    • In a saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
    • Cook over medium heat until strawberries break down and mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
    • Let the filling cool completely.

  • Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:

    • Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
    • Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until fully incorporated.
    • Add vanilla extract and beat until smooth. Adjust consistency with heavy cream if needed.

  • Assemble the Cake:

    • Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread strawberry filling over it.
    • Place the second cake layer on top. Frost with cream cheese frosting.
    • Garnish with fresh strawberries and optional chocolate shavings or sprinkles.

Notes

  • For smoother strawberry filling, blend strawberries before cooking.
  • Substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
  • If desired, use mascarpone cheese in place of cream cheese for a creamier frosting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

 

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