🍓✨ Easy Strawberry Chocolate Cake

When temperatures rise and fresh strawberries fill the markets, there’s no better way to enjoy them than in a refreshing, easy-to-make dessert.

This Quick Strawberry Cake is the perfect solution when you’re craving something sweet, fruity, and light — but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.

With a fluffy chocolate sponge, a creamy strawberry filling, and a shiny chocolate ganache, this cake is a delightful mix of rich flavor and visual elegance. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you layer, assemble, and enjoy this irresistible treat.

🍰 The Three-Layer Magic:

1. Cocoa Sponge Cake

2. Strawberry Cream Filling

3. Chocolate Ganache Glaze

🧾 Ingredients

For the Chocolate Sponge:

• 4 eggs

• 4 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)

• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 100 ml vegetable oil

• A pinch of salt

A soft, airy base with a subtle chocolate flavor — perfect for creamy fruit fillings.

For the Strawberry Cream:

• 300 ml whipping cream

• 1 packet whipped cream stabilizer (or 1 tsp gelatin)

• 300–350 g fresh strawberries, chopped

• A few drops of strawberry flavoring (optional but enhances aroma and taste)

The perfect balance between a light mousse and a fruity filling.

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 150 ml heavy cream

• 100 g dark chocolate, finely chopped

Adds richness, depth, and a glossy finish to your cake.

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Chocolate Sponge:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 30×20 cm (12×8 in) baking tray with parchment paper.

2. In one bowl, beat the egg yolks with brown sugar and vanilla until pale and creamy. Add the oil and mix briefly.

3. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, and cocoa powder. Gradually fold it into the yolk mixture.

4. In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.

5. Gently fold the whites into the batter in two parts — first to lighten it, then carefully the rest to keep it fluffy.

6. Pour the batter into your prepared tray and bake for about 20 minutes. Test with a toothpick. Let cool completely before adding filling.

2. Prepare the Strawberry Filling:

1. Beat the whipping cream with the stabilizer until stiff and airy.

2. Add a few drops of strawberry flavoring, if using.

3. Wash, hull, and finely chop the strawberries, then gently fold them into the cream.

4. Once the sponge is cool, place it back into the pan and evenly spread the strawberry cream on top. Chill in the fridge to set.

3. Finish with Ganache:

1. Heat the cream gently — do not boil.

2. Add the chopped dark chocolate, remove from heat, and let sit for 2–3 minutes.

3. Stir until smooth and glossy.

4. Pour the ganache over the chilled cake and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

🍴 Serving Tips & Variations

Once the cake is fully set, cut into squares and top each piece with a fresh strawberry for a beautiful finishing touch.

Try these delicious variations:

• Use raspberries, blueberries, or a berry mix instead of strawberries

• Swap dark chocolate ganache with white chocolate for a color contrast

• Add ground almonds or walnuts to the filling for a nutty twist