Ingredients
The Base
- 1 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3⁄4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1⁄2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1⁄2 tsp baking soda
- 1⁄2 tsp salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or brewed coffee
The Filling
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1⁄4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
The Cream Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream (for cream layer)
- 1⁄2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for cream layer)
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree or jam
The Ganache
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions on the next page 👇👇