Neapolitan Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Neapolitan Cake, a stunning three-layered dessert that beautifully combines chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. This cake not only dazzles with its vibrant colors but also tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any celebration, it is easy to customize with your favorite toppings or dietary adjustments. With its approachable recipe, even novice bakers can create this impressive centerpiece that is sure to wow your guests. Each slice promises a rich and creamy experience that beautifully balances sweetness and nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 oz bittersweet chocolate
- 1¼ cups cake flour (for strawberry layer)
- ¾ cup dutch process cocoa powder
- 8 oz fresh strawberries
- 3 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 6 eggs (whites only)
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 6 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare three 8-inch cake pans.
- For the chocolate layer: Melt chocolate with cocoa and hot coffee. Mix dry ingredients separately. Combine all ingredients and pour into prepared pans.
- For the strawberry layer: Blend strawberries into a puree. Cream butter and sugar; add egg whites one by one. Alternate mixing dry ingredients with milk and strawberry puree.
- Bake each layer for about 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
- Prepare the vanilla layer similarly to the other layers using specified ingredients.
- Assemble the cooled layers, frosting between each layer and around the cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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