A stunning three-tiered chocolate wedding cake with pink strawberry buttercream, adorned with chocolate-dipped strawberries and rose gold leaf accents, displayed on an ornate silver stand against a grey backdrop.

Decadent Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Wedding Cake: A Luxurious Celebration Dessert

Decadent Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Wedding Cake: A Luxurious Celebration Dessert

Key Info

Prep Time: 45-60 minutes

Cook Time: 25-35 minutes

Total Time: 2-3 hours

Servings: 12-16

Difficulty: Moderate

Dietary Tags: Adaptable (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free Options)

Essential Equipment
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup strong coffee
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Strawberry Buttercream
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • â…“ cup freeze-dried strawberry powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pink food coloring (optional)
Chocolate Ganache
  • 6 oz dark chocolate
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2–3 Tbsp corn syrup
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
  • 12–20 medium strawberries
  • 4 oz chocolate
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
Method
  1. Prepare Cake Batter
    • Mix dry ingredients in one bowl
    • Combine wet ingredients separately
    • Blend until smooth
    • Bake at 350°F for 25-35 minutes
  2. Make Strawberry Buttercream
    • Cream butter
    • Gradually add powdered sugar
    • Incorporate strawberry powder
    • Adjust color if desired
  3. Create Chocolate Ganache
    • Heat cream
    • Pour over chocolate
    • Stir until glossy
    • Let cool to proper dripping temperature
  4. Dip Strawberries
    • Melt chocolate
    • Add oil for shine
    • Dip strawberries
    • Chill on parchment paper
  5. Assemble Cake
    • Level cake layers
    • Spread strawberry jam
    • Add buttercream between layers
    • Frost exterior smoothly
    • Chill before ganache application
  6. Decorate
    • Drip ganache around edges
    • Arrange chocolate-dipped strawberries
    • Add final garnishes

Three chocolate cake layers cool on silver wire racks in a sunlit professional kitchen with a pristine marble countertop, surrounded by measuring cups, sifted cocoa powder, and a stand mixer, while natural light emphasizes the cake's texture.

Pro Tips
  • Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping in chocolate
  • Cool cakes completely before frosting
  • Ganache temperature is critical for perfect drip effect
Storage
  • Refrigerate covered
  • Best consumed within 2-3 days
  • Bring to room temperature before serving
Variations
  • White chocolate ganache option
  • Vegan substitutions available
  • Mini cake or cupcake adaptations
  • Add liqueur for adult version
Potential Wedding Styling
  • Naked cake finish
  • Metallic accent decorations
  • Edible flower garnishes
  • Personalized chocolate monograms

Wedding Cake Insider Secret: Freeze-dried strawberry powder intensifies flavor without compromising frosting structure!

A luxurious three-tiered chocolate wedding cake on a silver stand, featuring dark chocolate ganache on pink strawberry buttercream, topped with chocolate-dipped strawberries, surrounded by rose petals and gold leaf accents under dramatic lighting.

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