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Black Velvet Cake

These Black Velvet Cakes are rich, moist, and decadently chocolatey. Perfect for dessert, this easy recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already have.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cake Pans
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Boiling water

Optional Topping

  • Chocolate frosting
  • Powdered sugar

Optional Serving Suggestions

  • Fresh berries
  • Whipped cream

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in a toaster oven or microwave until warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal