Classic Neapolitan Cake Recipe
This Classic Neapolitan Cake Recipe brings three beloved flavors together. Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry layers create perfect harmony.
Equipment
- 3 round 8-inch cake pans
- Electric mixer
- Large mixing bowls (3)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire cooling racks
- Rubber spatula
- Sifter
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup butter softened
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups milk
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Red food coloring
- ½ cup strawberry puree
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.
- Grease three cake pans thoroughly.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt together.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla extract completely.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
- Divide batter into three equal portions.
- Keep one portion plain for vanilla.
- Mix cocoa powder into second portion.
- Add strawberry puree to third portion.
- Pour each flavor into separate pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes total.
- Cool completely before removing from pans.
Notes
- Room temperature ingredients mix better together.
- Don't overmix batter to avoid tough cake.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors.
- Level cake layers for professional appearance.
- Chill layers before frosting for easier assembly.