This show-stopping Neapolitan Cake features layers of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry cake, each topped with Swiss meringue buttercream in the same flavors. It’s a delightful treat for any celebration and will impress with its beautiful presentation and delicious flavors.
Ingredients
For the Vanilla and Strawberry Cake Layers:
1 cup butter, room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups cake flour
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup strawberry preserves
Pink food coloring
For the Chocolate Cake Layer:
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup milk
½ cup very hot water
For the Swiss Meringue Buttercream:
9 egg whites
2 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 cups (6 sticks) salted butter, softened slightly but still cool
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
Pink food coloring
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