Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of our Neapolitan Layer Cake, a stunning dessert that brings together the rich flavors of chocolate, creamy vanilla, and fresh strawberry in a beautifully layered masterpiece. Perfect for birthdays or special occasions, this cake is not just a feast for the eyes but also tantalizes your taste buds with its unique flavor combinations. Each layer is crafted from scratch and pairs perfectly with homemade buttercream, making every bite a celebration of taste and texture. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or simply want to treat yourself, this cake is sure to impress guests and family alike.

Ingredients

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1 stick butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt, at room temperature
1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp kosher salt
3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
4 tbsp butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
4–5 tbsp heavy cream
1 stick butter, softened
1 cup freeze dried strawberries, ground to 1/4 cup
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
2–3 drops red food coloring (optional)
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp kosher salt
3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
4 tbsp butter, softened
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt, at room temperature
1 cup all purpose flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder
2 tbsp black cocoa powder (or more regular cocoa powder)
1 tsp instant espresso (optional)
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp kosher salt
3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
4 tbsp butter, softened
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
4–5 tbsp heavy cream

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease three 9-inch cake pans.
Prepare each cake batter separately by creaming wet ingredients followed by dry ingredients until combined.
Divide batters among pans and bake for approximately 30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cakes cool before frosting with chocolate buttercream between layers.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg