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Neapolitan Layer Cake

Neapolitan Layer Cake

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: About 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful layers of our Neapolitan Layer Cake, an exquisite combination of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors. This stunning dessert is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any festive occasion where you want to impress your guests. With its vibrant colors and luscious buttercream frosting, every slice offers a unique taste experience that will leave everyone craving more. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply enjoying a sweet treat at home, this cake promises to be the centerpiece of your dessert table. Easy to customize for any theme, the Neapolitan Layer Cake is not just a feast for the eyes but also a delicious way to create lasting memories with loved ones.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Prepare each cake batter separately by creaming butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time. Mix in flavorings and yogurt.
  3. Combine dry ingredients in another bowl; alternate mixing with buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Pour batters into prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks before assembly.
  5. Frost layers with corresponding buttercream and stack them carefully.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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