{"id":157,"date":"2025-05-20T08:05:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T08:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=157"},"modified":"2025-07-18T01:36:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T01:36:32","slug":"strawberry-chocolate-cake-with-juicy-layers-and-lush-ganache","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=157","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Chocolate Cake with Juicy Layers and Lush Ganache"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019ve ever wished chocolate-covered strawberries could turn into a full cake\u2014this strawberry chocolate cake<\/strong> is your dream come true. It\u2019s rich, soft, and layered with fresh strawberries and smooth chocolate ganache. Whether you\u2019re baking for a birthday, date night, or just craving something special, this cake delivers on flavor, texture, and pure indulgence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why This Cake Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The chocolate layers are made with cocoa powder and buttermilk for a soft, moist crumb. Between them? Sliced strawberries and whipped ganache for a combo that\u2019s rich without being too heavy. It\u2019s a showstopper that\u2019s surprisingly easy to make and even easier to devour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the Chocolate Cake:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • 1 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u00be cup unsweetened cocoa powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 \u00bd teaspoons baking powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 \u00bd teaspoons baking soda<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 cup buttermilk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u00bd cup vegetable oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 cup hot coffee or water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the Filling:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Optional: 2 tablespoons strawberry jam for extra berry flavor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      For the Ganache Frosting:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • 1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 1 tablespoon butter (for shine)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        1. Bake the Cake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Stir in hot coffee last\u2014the batter will be thin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Divide evenly between pans and bake for 30\u201335 minutes. Let cool completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        2. Make the Ganache<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Heat heavy cream until simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and butter. Let sit for 2\u20133 minutes, then stir until smooth. Chill for 30\u201345 minutes until spreadable (not runny).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        3. Assemble<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread a thin layer of ganache, then layer on sliced strawberries. Repeat with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with remaining ganache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Garnish with whole or halved strawberries on top for a stunning finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Tips for Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • Use ripe but firm strawberries<\/strong> so the cake doesn\u2019t get soggy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Chill the frosted cake before slicing for clean layers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • For extra berry flavor, brush cake layers with a little strawberry syrup or jam<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Add a layer of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for a lighter contrast<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Use dark chocolate for a more intense cocoa flavor<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Make cupcakes with strawberry filling for an individual treat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            This strawberry chocolate cake is rich, elegant, and bursting with flavor. It\u2019s the kind of dessert that feels like a celebration\u2014even if there\u2019s no occasion at all. A little fruity, a little fudgy, and 100% worth every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Stick around\u2014every visit tastes better than the last at The Buttered Bliss.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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            If you\u2019ve ever wished chocolate-covered strawberries could turn into a full cake\u2014this strawberry chocolate cake is your dream come true. It\u2019s rich, soft, and layered with fresh strawberries and smooth chocolate ganache. Whether you\u2019re baking for a birthday, date night, or just craving something special, this cake delivers on flavor, texture, and pure indulgence. Why […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":183,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-157","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-baking-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/157","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=157"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/157\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":191,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/157\/revisions\/191"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/183"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=157"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=157"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=157"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}