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Neapolitan Cake Dessert

Irresistible Neapolitan Cake Dessert: A Festive Delight

This Neapolitan Cake Dessert features three layers of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry, making it a visually appealing and delicious treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can add moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Opt for kosher salt.
  • 3 large Eggs For a vegan version, use flax eggs.
  • 1 cup Milk Swap for almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for stronger flavor.
  • 1 cup Strawberries (pureed) Can be replaced with puréed raspberries.
  • 1 cup Melted Chocolate Dark chocolate recommended for intensity.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese is a great substitute.
  • 2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Adjust for preferred sweetness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cake pans
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Divide the batter into three bowls; add melted chocolate to one, pureed strawberries to another, and leave the last unflavored.
  5. Pour each flavored batter into its prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Let the layers cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Assemble the cake starting with the chocolate layer, frosting between layers, and coating the outside.
  8. Decorate with fresh strawberries, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store the cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.

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