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Black Velvet Cake

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Indulge in the rich and decadent Black Velvet Cake with a moist, chocolatey cake base and creamy, velvety cocoa frosting. This stunning dessert is perfect for special occasions, or when you just want to treat yourself to something truly delicious!

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (dark or black cocoa preferred)
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4–5 tbsp milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  • Prepare the Batter:

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
    • Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
    • Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, which is normal!

  • Bake the Cake:

    • Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
    • Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

  • Make the Frosting:

    • Beat the butter until creamy.
    • Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well.
    • Add the vanilla extract and 4 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream. Beat until smooth, adding more milk if needed to achieve a spreadable consistency.

  • Assemble & Decorate:

    • Place one cake layer on a plate and spread a thick layer of frosting.
    • Add the second layer and frost the top and sides.
    • Garnish with chocolate shavings, edible glitter, or fresh berries for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • If you prefer a lighter frosting, you can use whipped cream or cream cheese frosting instead.
  • For extra depth of flavor, you can add a tablespoon of espresso powder to the cake batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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