Decadent Triple Layer Chocolate Cake with Berry Bliss
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of our Decadent Triple Layer Chocolate Cake with Berry Bliss. This luscious cake is crafted in a single bowl for convenience, and each moist layer boasts a deep chocolate flavor that pairs beautifully with the tangy sweetness of fresh berries. Perfect for any special occasion or simply as a delightful treat, this cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. Frosted with a luxurious chocolate buttercream and adorned with vibrant mixed berries, it's sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy every bite of this heavenly dessert!
10
Servings
N/A
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup (sifted)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (lightly packed)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup (or Splenda)
baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons
salt
1/4 teaspoon
butter
2 1/4 cups (softened, for cake and frosting)
milk
1 1/4 cups (2%, mixed with lemon juice)
lemon juice
4 teaspoons (freshly squeezed)
eggs
6 large (divided (4 for cake, 2 for frosting))
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (divided (1 for cake, 1 for frosting))
powdered sugar
4 cups (sifted)
mixed frozen berries
2 cups (for decoration)
berry sugar
1/2 cup (or regular granulated sugar)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Prepare three 9-inch round cake pans by buttering them thoroughly and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. If using non-stick pans, ensure they are well greased.
3
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to combine.
4
Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the milk and lemon juice; allow it to sit for a minute to curdle.
6
Slowly add half of the milk mixture to the cake batter and mix on low for 1 minute. Gradually increase the mixer speed to medium and beat in the remaining milk mixture, along with the eggs and vanilla extract, until the batter is smooth. Scrape the sides of the bowl as necessary.
7
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a layer comes out clean. Allow the layers to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
9
For the frosting, in a clean mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Then, add the eggs and vanilla extract and beat until light and fluffy.
10
Sift together the icing sugar and cocoa powder, then gradually mix this into the butter mixture, beating until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
11
To assemble the cake, place one layer on a serving plate and frost the top with a layer of chocolate frosting. Sprinkle some mixed berries on top. Repeat this process with the second layer.
12
Frost the sides and the top of the entire cake.
13
In a separate bowl, mix the frozen berries with berry sugar until well coated. Decorate the top of the cake with a handful of these berries.
14
Slice and serve the cake with additional mixed berries on the side for a refreshing touch!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Triple Layer Chocolate Cake with Berry Bliss?
It is a rich, moist triple-layer chocolate cake made in a single bowl and decorated with a luxurious chocolate buttercream and fresh mixed berries.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to yield 10 servings.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size and type of cake pans are needed?
You need three 9-inch round cake pans, buttered and lined with parchment paper.
Can I use a sugar substitute in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of Splenda in place of granulated sugar.
What dry ingredients are sifted together for the batter?
Sift together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
How is the butter added to the cake batter?
Softened butter is added to the dry ingredients and mixed until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
Why do I need to mix milk with lemon juice?
Mixing milk with lemon juice creates a curdled mixture that acts as a buttermilk substitute, helping to tenderize the cake.
How long should the milk and lemon juice sit?
Allow the milk and lemon juice mixture to sit for one minute to curdle before adding it to the batter.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
A total of 6 large eggs are used: 4 for the cake batter and 2 for the frosting.
When is the vanilla extract added?
Vanilla is added twice: 1 teaspoon goes into the cake batter and 1 teaspoon goes into the frosting.
How long should the cake layers bake?
The cake layers should bake for approximately 25 minutes.
How can I check if the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center of a layer comes out clean.
How long should the cakes cool in the pans?
The layers should cool in the pans for 10 minutes before being moved to wire racks.
How do I prepare the chocolate frosting?
Beat softened butter until creamy, add eggs and vanilla, then gradually mix in sifted icing sugar and cocoa powder.
How much powdered sugar is required for the frosting?
The frosting requires 4 cups of sifted powdered sugar.
What type of cocoa powder should I use?
The recipe calls for unsweetened cocoa powder for both the cake and the frosting.
How do I assemble the cake layers?
Place one layer on a plate, frost the top, sprinkle with berries, and repeat with the second layer before frosting the whole cake.
How are the berries used in the assembly?
Mixed berries are sprinkled between the layers and used to decorate the top of the cake.
What are the berries on top coated with?
The frozen berries used for decoration are mixed with berry sugar until well coated.
What is berry sugar?
Berry sugar is a fine-granulated sugar, but you can use regular granulated sugar if berry sugar is unavailable.
Is this cake a one-bowl recipe?
Yes, the recipe description notes that the cake batter is crafted in a single bowl for convenience.
What type of milk is used?
The recipe recommends using 2% milk.
How much butter is needed in total?
A total of 2 1/4 cups of softened butter is used for the cake and frosting combined.
Is the brown sugar packed?
The recipe specifies 3/4 cup of lightly packed brown sugar.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 14 ingredients used in this recipe.
How do I finish the cake for serving?
Decorate the top with sugar-coated berries and serve additional mixed berries on the side.
Does the recipe require salt?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt is included in the dry ingredients.
How much baking soda is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda.
What kind of berries should I use?
The recipe calls for mixed frozen berries for decoration and mixed berries for the layers.