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Black Velvet Cake

This Black Velvet Cake is rich, dark, and luxuriously moist, with a hint of chocolate from black cocoa powder. Perfect for special occasions, its deep color and tender crumb make it a visually stunning dessert!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 322 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour for structure
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 cup buttermilk for moisture and tang
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened, adds creaminess
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for moistness
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 2 tbsp black cocoa powder for color and intense chocolate flavor
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder additional chocolate flavor
  • 1 tsp baking powder leavening agent
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda reacts with buttermilk
  • 1/2 tsp salt balances flavors
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar adds tenderness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract flavor enhancer
  • black food coloring gel or paste for desired shade

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, incorporating air.
  • Add vegetable oil and beat until well combined to ensure moisture.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and white vinegar.
  • In a separate bowl, sift flour, black cocoa powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Add black food coloring a few drops at a time until desired shade is reached.
  • Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops with a spatula.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a deeper black color, you can add a few extra drops of black food coloring. Serve with cream cheese frosting or whipped ganache for a delicious finish!

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 40.5gProtein: 4.9gFat: 15.6gSaturated Fat: 6.1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 214mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21.4g
Keyword black velvet cake, chocolate cake, dark chocolate cake, holiday dessert, layer cake