Choco-Berry Torte

Description

 * 8 to 10 servings.
 * Note: If desired, increase fruit to 2 cups, arrange 1 cup between layers; remainder on top.

Ingredients

 * 1½ cups all-purpose flour
 * 1 cup sugar
 * ¼ cup Hershey's cocoa
 * 1 tsp baking soda
 * ½ tsp salt
 * 1 cup water
 * ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 1 tbsp white vinegar
 * 1 tsp vanilla extract
 * 2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed or 2 cups sweetened whipped cream
 * 1 cup sliced sweetened strawberries, raspberries or favorite fruit

Directions

 * 1) Heat oven to 350°F.
 * 2) Grease and flour two 8-inch round baking pans.
 * 3) In large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt.
 * 4) Add water, oil, vinegar and vanilla; beat with spoon or whisk until batter is smooth.
 * 5) Pour batter into prepared pans.
 * 6) Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
 * 7) Cool 5 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks.
 * 8) Cool completely.
 * 9) Place one layer on serving plate; spread 1 cup whipped topping over top of layer.
 * 10) Top with second layer and remaining topping.
 * 11) Before serving, arrange sliced sweetened strawberries or fruit, well drained, on top of torte.