Today, I’m here with an irresistible twist to your traditional cake – the Strawberry White Chocolate Cake. This recipe is the perfect blend of fruity freshness and chocolate decadence, a dessert that will make your taste buds dance in delight.

With the heavenly combination of strawberries and white chocolate, complemented by the nutty crunch of pecans and a tropical hint of coconut, this cake is a showstopper. It’s perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any day you want to make special.

Ingredients & Directions

For this delightful dessert, you’ll need:

• 4 lb. white chocolate
• 2 ½ cups cake flour, sifted
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1 cup butter
• ½ tsp. salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 4 eggs, separated
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped

Start by melting the white chocolate in boiling water, then let it cool. In a separate mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg yolks one at a time, and then add the cooled, melted chocolate and vanilla.

Combine your dry ingredients – the sifted cake flour, baking soda, and salt. Add these to the butter-chocolate mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Stir in the pecans, coconut, and chopped strawberries. Finally, fold in the beaten egg whites. Divide the batter into three pans and bake at 350°F.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

You’ll need the following equipment:

• three baking pans
• a mixer
• a boiler for melting chocolate
• a pan for making frosting
• mixing bowls

Quick Tips & Variations

Don’t hesitate to put your own spin on this recipe. If you’re not fond of coconut, feel free to replace it with more strawberries. Almonds or walnuts can also be great alternatives for pecans.

The Perfect Frosting

A fabulous cake needs an equally fabulous frosting, right? Here’s how you can whip up a delicious frosting for your Strawberry White Chocolate Cake:

• 1 can evaporated milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 tbsp butter
• 3 slightly beaten egg yolks
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 can flaked coconut
• 1 cup or ½ cup chopped pecans

Mix together evaporated milk, sugar, and butter in a pan and bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Blend in the beaten egg yolks. Add vanilla and cook on low heat for about 15 minutes until thick. Remove from heat and add coconut and pecans. Beat until fluffy and ready for frosting.

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A Sweet Conclusion

Why wait for a special occasion? Give yourself a delightful treat with our Strawberry White Chocolate Cake. Don’t forget to share the recipe with your friends and subscribe to our blog for more culinary inspiration. Enjoy baking!

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