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Black Velvet Cake

Decadent Black Velvet Cake That Will Wow Your Guests

Indulge in a rich and soft Black Velvet Cake, perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use cake flour for lighter texture
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Brown sugar can add deeper flavor
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dark cocoa enhances color and taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt Optional if using salted butter
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 cup boiling water Do not skip this step
For the Frosting
  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting Make your own or buy store-bought

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Black Velvet Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter or cooking spray, dusting with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of granulated sugar, ¾ cup of cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  3. Add 1 cup of vegetable oil, 1 cup of buttermilk, 2 large eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. Carefully stir in 1 cup of boiling water into the batter, combining gently.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Frost the cooled cake layers with cream cheese frosting, spread evenly on top and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing for the best texture.

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