Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake is a stunning dessert that combines moist chocolate cake layers with creamy strawberry filling and glossy chocolate ganache. Inspired by classic chocolate-dipped strawberries, this cake is rich, fruity, and elegant. It’s perfect for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or anytime you want a beautiful chocolate strawberry dessert that feels truly special.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake Layers

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot coffee or hot water

For the Strawberry Filling

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• ½ cup strawberry puree (fresh strawberries blended and strained)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Ganache

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

For Decoration

• Fresh strawberries
• Chocolate drizzle or shaved chocolate

Preparation Steps

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Pans

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Chocolate Cake Batter

In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Slowly add hot coffee and stir until combined (batter will be thin).

Step 3: Bake

Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 22–28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to racks to cool completely.

Step 4: Make the Strawberry Filling

In a bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in strawberry puree, vanilla, and salt until fluffy and smooth.

Step 5: Prepare the Ganache

Heat heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let cool to a pourable consistency.

Step 6: Assemble the Cake

Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread strawberry filling evenly. Add second layer and repeat. Top with final cake layer. Pour ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

Step 7: Decorate

Top with fresh strawberries and chocolate drizzle. Chill 30–60 minutes before slicing for clean layers.

Variations

• Use strawberry jam instead of puree in the filling
• Add sliced fresh strawberries between layers
• Make cupcakes instead of a layer cake
• Use dark chocolate ganache for deeper flavor
• Add chocolate chips to the cake batter

Serving Suggestions

• Serve slightly chilled or at cool room temperature
• Add extra fresh strawberries on each slice
• Pair with coffee or espresso
• Garnish with whipped cream
• Dust plate with cocoa powder for presentation

Prep Time / Bake Time / Chill Time / Total Time

Prep Time: 35 minutes

Bake Time: 25 minutes

Chill Time: 1 hour

Total Time: About 2 hours

Nutritional Info (Approx.)

Calories: 520 per slice

Protein: 6g

Fat: 30g

Carbohydrates: 55g

Conclusion

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake is rich, moist, and bursting with strawberry and chocolate flavor. With its glossy ganache and fresh berry topping, it’s a show-stopping dessert that tastes just as incredible as it looks, perfect for celebrations or special occasions.