Chocolate Strawberry Dream Cake 🍓✨

3️⃣ Sweeten the Strawberries

• If desired, toss sliced strawberries with 1 tbsp sugar and let sit for 5 minutes to enhance juiciness.

4️⃣ Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a thick layer of chocolate cream on top.
3. Layer on the sliced strawberries evenly.
4. Add the second cake layer gently over the strawberries.
5. Cover the entire cake with the remaining chocolate cream using an offset spatula.
6. Decorate with whole or halved strawberries on top.
7. Drizzle with ganache or melted chocolate if desired for a glossy finish.

5️⃣ Chill & Serve

• Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 1 hour to set the cream and meld the flavors.
• Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled or at room temperature.

📏 Recipe Notes

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Bake Time: 30 minutes
• Chill Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: ~2 hours
• Servings: 10–12 slices