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Neapolitan Cake Recipe

Neapolitan Cake Recipe: Irresistibly Layered Bliss in Every Slice

This Neapolitan Cake Recipe features rich chocolate, creamy vanilla, and fruity strawberry layers for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa gives a deeper color and taste
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar can be used for a lower glycemic option
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder make sure it's fresh for the best rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt balances flavor
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature eggs incorporate better
  • 1 cup Milk almond or oat milk can be substituted for a dairy-free option
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract feel free to substitute with almond extract for a twist
For the Layers
  • 1 cup Melted Chocolate dark chocolate will intensify the taste
  • 1 cup Pureed Strawberries both fresh or frozen strawberries work well
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese vegan cream cheese works for a plant-based version
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust the amount based on your sweetness preference

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cake pans
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans, lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter into three bowls; add melted chocolate to one, pureed strawberries to another, and leave the third as vanilla.
  6. Pour each batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool for about 10 minutes before turning them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering the chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry layers with frosting in between.
  10. Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth batter. Let cake layers cool completely before frosting.

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