Strawberry Chocolate Shell Cake
A delightful combination of rich chocolate cake and vibrant strawberries, enveloped in silky dark chocolate ganache.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
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Dessert - Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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- 1 chocolate cake (8-inch round)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake according to the package directions and let it cool completely.
- Heat the cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Slice the cooled cake in half horizontally and layer with fresh strawberries in between.
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Drizzle additional ganache on top and garnish with more strawberries if desired.
Notes
For a sturdier cake, chill it longer before slicing. Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories:
350 - Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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