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Neapolitan Cake

Neapolitan Cake: Three Layers of Pure Delight Awaits You

Experience the delightful harmony of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry in this Neapolitan Cake, a true showstopper.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use dark cocoa for richer flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt No substitutions needed.
  • 3 large Eggs Use flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Milk Can substitute with almond or plant-based milk.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a twist.
  • 1 cup Melted Chocolate Choose dark or milk chocolate based on preference.
  • 1 cup Pureed Strawberries Swap with raspberries or pureed mango for variety.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Cream Cheese Frosting Try whipped coconut cream for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • cake pans
  • whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Neapolitan Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three round cake pans by greasing them or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, then gradually combine with dry mixture.
  4. Divide the batter into three bowls, adding melted chocolate to one, pureed strawberries to a second, and leaving the last plain.
  5. Pour each batter into its respective pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. Once cooled, spread cream cheese frosting between layers and cover the entire cake with frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting. It's best to use high-quality ingredients for maximum flavor.

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