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Mini Strawberry Chocolate Cake Recipe

Mini Strawberry Chocolate Cake Recipe
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This Mini Strawberry Chocolate Cake recipe delivers perfectly portioned, light and fluffy mini cakes combining rich chocolate flavor with fresh, juicy strawberries. Ideal for celebrations or cozy nights in, these delightful desserts use simple pantry staples and fresh fruit to create an irresistible treat that’s easy to customize and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins and Toppings

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced (about 1/4 to 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
  • Powdered sugar or frosting for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your mini cake pans or line a muffin tin with paper liners to ensure easy removal.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute all leavening agents.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until the mixture is fluffy and pale. Then add melted butter or oil and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing and to keep your mini cakes tender.
  5. Fold in Strawberries and Chocolate: Carefully fold in the diced fresh strawberries and chocolate chips to distribute fruit and chocolate evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared mini cake pans or muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Decorate: Allow the mini cakes to cool completely on a rack. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or top with your favorite frosting or whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberry slices.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best juiciness and sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain light and fluffy cakes.
  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for better blending and texture.
  • Start checking the baking time a few minutes early to avoid overbaking.
  • Customize your frosting choice such as cream cheese, chocolate ganache, or whipped cream to suit your taste.

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Keywords: mini chocolate cake, strawberry cake, bite-sized dessert, chocolate strawberry mini cake, easy mini cakes

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