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Black Velvet Cake

Moist Black Velvet Cake: Perfectly Spooky for Halloween Celebrations

This Black Velvet Cake is visually striking and delivers a uniquely moist experience perfect for Halloween celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups Black Cocoa Powder Can substitute with Dutch processed cocoa for a sweeter taste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for structure.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Homemade versions can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar Balances flavors.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Black Cocoa Buttercream Matches the cake flavor.
For Decoration
  • 1 bottle White Food Coloring For spooky splatter effect.
  • 1 Seasonal Candies For festive decoration.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven
  • Cake Pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together black cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, blend together granulated sugar, vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vinegar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow cakes to cool in pana for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Once cooled, frost the cake with black cocoa buttercream and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Decorate just before serving to maintain appearance.

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