Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

For an additional touch, add a few chocolate covered strawberries to the top of the cake. 

This chocolate strawberry cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate and fruit lovers. It’s perfect for a variety of occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine's Day, or any celebration where you want to impress with a stunning homemade dessert.

Prepare the Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin—don’t worry; this is normal.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Strawberry Filling:

1. In a saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the strawberries release their juices.
2. Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Stir it into the strawberry mixture and cook until it thickens. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Prepare the Strawberry Frosting:

1. Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
2. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, one cup at a time, beating until fluffy.
3. Add the strawberry jam, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth and evenly combined.

Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

1. Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
2. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
3. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for a minute. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly to thicken.
4. Once cooled, you can put the ganache into a pipe bag, or pour directly from measuring cup.

Assemble the cake

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Pipe a ring of strawberry frosting around the edge.
2. Spread the strawberry filling inside the frosting ring.

3. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining strawberry frosting.

4. Add some swirls around the top and base of the cake if desired.
5. Pour the ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides for a dramatic effect.

6. Garnish with chocolate-dipped strawberries, if desired.
7. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set before serving.

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