Description
Black Velvet Cake brings a luxurious chocolate twist to classic desserts that will steal the show at your next gathering. Dripping with rich cocoa and topped with silky cream cheese frosting, this Southern-inspired treat delivers pure indulgence in each delectable slice.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup boiling water
Leavening Agents:
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Flavor and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare your oven by heating it to precisely 350°F (175°C) with the rack positioned in the center.
- Thoroughly coat two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray, then dust with flour, tapping out excess.
- Combine 2 cups flour, 1 ½ cups sugar, 1 cup cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk in 1 cup buttermilk, 1 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully pour 1 cup of boiling water into the batter, stirring gently until the liquid is completely incorporated and the texture becomes uniform.
- Distribute the batter equally between the prepared cake pans, using a spatula to spread it evenly to the edges.
- Slide the pans into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 32-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them rest in the pans for 10 minutes to stabilize.
- Gently transfer the cakes onto wire cooling racks, allowing them to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending and consistent texture.
- Black cocoa powder creates the signature deep color, so don’t substitute regular cocoa.
- Buttermilk adds moisture and subtle tanginess that makes this cake incredibly soft.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Cakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 311 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg