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Reese's Strawberry Dream

Reese's Strawberry Dream

Indulge in the Ultimate Reese's Strawberry Dream Cake, a decadent blend of chocolate, strawberry, and peanut butter magic. Perfect for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for filling
  • 1/4 cup water for filling
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup heavy cream for ganache

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth.
  4. Carefully stir in boiling water until the batter is thin and well-combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Once baked, cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the strawberry filling, combine strawberries, sugar, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  8. For the ganache, heat the cream until steaming, pour it over the chocolate chips, and let sit for 5 minutes before whisking until smooth.
  9. Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate, spreading strawberry filling on top, and adding the second layer. Drizzle ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
  10. Garnish with fresh strawberries and chocolate shavings, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter. If you don't have whole milk, buttermilk or a milk alternative works well. For varied flavors, consider using other fruits like raspberries or flavoring like mint or orange zest. This cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and the un-frosted layers can be frozen for 2 months. Allow the cake to come to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
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