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Black Velvet Cake

Indulge in Decadence with Black Velvet Cake Bliss

This Black Velvet Cake features a rich flavor and stunning visuals, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with cake flour
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar Consider using brown sugar
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk plus vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Can be swapped with margarine
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Replace with melted coconut oil or butter
  • 2 large eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 3/4 cup Black cocoa powder Substitute with Dutch-process cocoa
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Can be omitted if using more black cocoa
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Make sure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Essential for the cake's rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon White vinegar Substitute with lemon juice if required
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Consider using pure vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon Black food coloring (gel or paste) Omit for a darker brown

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Sifter
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • spatula
  • cake pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Incorporate vegetable oil, eggs one at a time, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until smooth.
  4. Sift together the flour, black cocoa, unsweetened cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternating with buttermilk, mixing gently.
  6. Add black food coloring if desired.
  7. Divide batter evenly between pans and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cakes in pans for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing. Experiment with frosting choices to enhance flavor.

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