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Neapolitan Cake

Neapolitan Cake

A delightful dessert combining chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors in a stunning layered cake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure to the cake.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder For the chocolate layer.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole milk Adds moisture.
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil For moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure and moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 1 cup Boiling water To thin the batter.
Strawberry Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 4 cups Powdered sugar For sweetness and texture.
  • 0.25 cup Heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Strawberry puree For flavor and color.
Chocolate Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 4 cups Powdered sugar For sweetness and texture.
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder For chocolate flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor.
Vanilla Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 4 cups Powdered sugar For sweetness and texture.
  • 0.25 cup Heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Wire racks
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Add the wet ingredients: milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth. Stir in boiling water until combined.
  4. Divide the batter into three bowls. Leave one bowl as is for the vanilla layer, add cocoa powder to the second bowl for the chocolate layer, and add red food coloring to the third bowl for the strawberry layer.
  5. Pour each batter into its prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the strawberry frosting by beating softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree until smooth.
  8. Prepare the chocolate frosting by beating softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
  9. Prepare the vanilla frosting by beating softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  10. Assemble the cake by placing the chocolate layer on a serving plate, spreading chocolate frosting on top, adding the vanilla layer, spreading vanilla frosting, and finally topping with the strawberry layer and covering with strawberry frosting.
  11. Decorate with any remaining frosting as desired and serve.

Notes

This Neapolitan Cake is a beautiful and delicious dessert perfect for any celebration. Enjoy the vibrant layers and delightful flavors!