Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of a Neapolitan Cake, a stunning three-layer dessert that harmoniously blends the classic flavors of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. This cake, perfect for birthdays and celebrations, showcases vibrant pink, brown, and white layers adorned with rich buttercream frosting. Each slice invites you to experience a symphony of flavors that will enchant your family and friends. With straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create this impressive treat. Customize your cake with your favorite toppings and make it the centerpiece of any sweet occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 230g unsalted butter
- 200g caster sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 315g plain flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 240ml full-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- Pink food coloring
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 625g icing sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease three 6-inch round pans.
- In a bowl, beat butter, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt; mix gently. Add milk and sour cream.
- Divide batter into three bowls: color one pink with strawberry extract, mix cocoa into another for chocolate.
- Pour batters into pans and bake for about 30 minutes. Cool completely.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy; gradually add icing sugar. Mix in vanilla and milk for desired consistency.
- Assemble layers with frosting between each; cover the entire cake with frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg