Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Neapolitan Cake, a stunning three-layer dessert that combines the classic flavors of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. This visually appealing cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any festive gathering. The soft sponge layers are generously frosted with creamy vanilla buttercream, creating a treat that not only looks impressive but also tastes divine. Whether you are an experienced baker or just starting your culinary journey, this easy-to-follow recipe will help you create a showstopper that will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 230g unsalted butter
- 200g caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 315g plain flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 240ml full-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- Cocoa powder (for chocolate layer)
- Strawberry extract and pink food gel (for strawberry layer)
- Icing sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line three 6-inch round pans.
- Cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in milk and sour cream until just combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls; color one with cocoa powder for chocolate, one with strawberry extract and food gel for strawberry, leave the third as vanilla.
- Bake each layer for about 30 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy; add icing sugar gradually along with milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Assemble by stacking layers with frosting in between; cover the entire cake with remaining frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (~100g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg