Go Back

CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRY LAYER CAKE

Sana Umer
This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Layer Cake is a dreamy dessert with rich chocolate cake layers, creamy strawberry filling, and glossy ganache. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or any celebration that calls for something indulgent and romantic.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

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

For the Strawberry Filling:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries diced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ cup whipped cream cheese or frosting base

For the Ganache Frosting:

  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  • Make the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Stir in hot water or coffee.
  • Bake: Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 28–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • Prepare Strawberry Filling: In a saucepan, cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook until thick. Cool, then mix with whipped cream cheese.
  • Make Ganache: Heat cream until steaming, pour over chocolate chips, and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy; mix in butter.
  • Assemble the Cake: Spread strawberry filling between cake layers. Pour ganache over the top and let it drip down the sides.
  • Decorate: Garnish with chocolate-covered strawberries for a show-stopping finish.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Cake layers and filling can be made a day ahead. Assemble and glaze before serving.
  • Variations: Use white chocolate ganache or add crushed freeze-dried strawberries for extra flavour.
  • Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled or slightly warm with whipped cream for an extra-luxurious treat.
Keyword chocolate ganache cake, chocolate layer cake, chocolate strawberry cake, layered cake, strawberry filling, valentine dessert