Description
This decadent Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Cake combines rich cocoa-flavored cake layers with a luscious strawberry-infused cream cheese cheesecake filling. Topped with a smooth strawberry cream cheese frosting, this show-stopping dessert delivers layers of flavor and creamy texture, perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Puree
- 250 g fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon corn flour mixed with 1 tablespoon water
Cake Layers
- 50 g cocoa powder
- 80 ml hot water
- 120 g unsalted butter, softened
- 100 ml vegetable oil
- 120 g granulated sugar
- 120 g soft light brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 140 ml buttermilk
- 200 g plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
Cheesecake Layer
- 800 g full fat cream cheese
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons freeze dried strawberry powder (or more for stronger flavor)
- 300 ml double cream
Frosting
- 150 g unsalted butter, softened
- 150 g icing sugar, sieved
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon freeze dried strawberry powder
- 300 g full fat cream cheese
Instructions
- Making the strawberry puree: Add the fresh strawberries into a food processor and blend until smooth. Strain the puree through a sieve to remove the seeds. Pour the strained puree into a pot, add granulated sugar, and mix. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it simmers. Then stir in the corn flour and water mixture, continuously stirring until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and refrigerate to cool completely.
- Making the cake layers: Preheat your oven to 180°C. Grease and line two 8-inch cake tins with baking paper and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and hot water; let cool for 5-10 minutes. Add softened butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar to the cocoa mixture and beat for 5 minutes. Incorporate 2 eggs, then add the remaining eggs along with buttermilk, mixing after each addition. Fold in plain flour until smooth. In a separate small bowl, combine baking soda and white vinegar until bubbling, then add this mixture to the batter and whisk in. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared tins and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cake layers to cool fully.
- Making the cheesecake layer: In a large bowl, beat together full fat cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and the cooled strawberry puree until smooth and combined. Add freeze dried strawberry powder and whisk in. While whisking, slowly pour in double cream and continue mixing until thickened. Set aside.
- Putting the cake together: Once cake layers are completely cool, prepare an 8-inch springform or loose bottom cake tin lined with acetate or baking paper on the sides. Optionally, level the tops of the cake layers for even stacking. Place one cake layer at the bottom, spread the cheesecake layer evenly over it, then place the second cake layer on top. Refrigerate overnight to allow the cheesecake to set.
- Making the frosting: In a large bowl, combine softened butter, sieved icing sugar, vanilla extract, and freeze dried strawberry powder. Mix thoroughly and beat for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Add full fat cream cheese and beat until you achieve a smooth, thick frosting.
- Decorating the cake: Remove the set cake from the tin. Cover the entire cake with the prepared strawberry cream cheese frosting using a spatula, creating a smooth finish or swirls as desired. Decorate as preferred. Slice and serve chilled for the best experience.
Notes
- Ensure the cake layers are completely cooled before assembling to prevent melting the cheesecake layer.
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, increase the freeze dried strawberry powder in the cheesecake layer and frosting.
- Leveling the cake layers is optional but helps achieve a more polished final appearance.
- Use full fat cream cheese and double cream for best texture and richness.
- Refrigerate the assembled cake overnight for the cheesecake layer to firm up properly before frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate strawberry cheesecake cake, strawberry cheesecake, chocolate cake, layered cheesecake cake, cream cheese frosting, strawberry frosting
