Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Neapolitan Cake, a timeless dessert that artfully combines chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors. Each slice reveals vibrant layers that are not only visually appealing but also offer a harmonious balance of sweetness and richness, making it an ideal choice for birthdays, celebrations, or casual gatherings. This cake is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying with family. With a customizable approach to flavors and colors, you can make this treat your own while creating lasting memories in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for buttercream)
- Freeze-dried strawberries (for flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease round cake pans.
- Prepare chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry cake batters separately by mixing dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another; combine until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely on wire racks before frosting with strawberry buttercream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added fruit flavor, consider incorporating fresh strawberries into the frosting. Customize your cake layers with your favorite extracts or colors.