Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Neapolitan Cake, a classic Italian dessert that artfully combines rich chocolate, creamy vanilla, and refreshing strawberry flavors in three luscious layers. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any celebration, this visually stunning cake not only captivates the eye but also tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant flavors. The simplicity of this recipe makes it accessible to bakers of all levels, allowing you to create a showstopper dessert that will impress your loved ones. Serve it at your next gathering or treat yourself to a slice that evokes nostalgia and joy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tsp strawberry extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then gradually add milk until well combined.
- Slowly incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls: leave one plain for vanilla, mix cocoa powder into another for chocolate, and add strawberry extract to the last for strawberry flavor.
- Pour each batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely on wire racks before frosting between layers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added freshness, consider substituting strawberry extract with pureed fresh strawberries. To enhance texture and flavor, try mixing in chopped nuts or drizzling caramel sauce between layers.