Name: Neapolitan Layer Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 stick butter, softened; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt, at room temperature; 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour; 3/4 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature; 4 tbsp butter, softened; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups powdered sugar; 4-5 tbsp heavy cream; 1 stick butter, softened; 1 cup freeze dried strawberries, ground to 1/4 cup; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1/4 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt; 2-3 drops red food coloring (optional); 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour; 3/4 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature; 4 tbsp butter, softened; 1/2 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 tsp vanilla extract

Description

Indulge in the delightful layers of Neapolitan Layer Cake, a stunning dessert that combines rich chocolate, creamy vanilla, and sweet strawberry flavors. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration, this cake not only pleases the palate but also captivates with its vibrant presentation. Each layer is enveloped in luscious buttercream, creating a moist and fluffy texture that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
Prepare each cake layer by mixing the respective ingredients until smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool completely before leveling the tops.
Frost each layer with the corresponding buttercream flavor.
Stack the layers and decorate as desired.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 390
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg