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One-Batter Neapolitan Cake

1-Bowl Neapolitan Cake Magic in 40 Minutes

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A simple one-batter cake with three distinct flavors—chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry—layered together for a Neapolitan-inspired dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp strawberry jam
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  3. Mix in milk and vanilla. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Divide batter evenly into three bowls.
  5. Stir cocoa powder into one bowl and strawberry jam into another. Leave the third bowl plain.
  6. Layer batters in the pan: chocolate first, then vanilla, then strawberry.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool before slicing.

Notes

  • Use natural cocoa powder for best flavor.
  • Adjust strawberry jam amount for stronger flavor.
  • Can be made in round pans for a layered look.
  • Author: Lynn
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg