Description
A deliciously unique Blackberry Velvet Cake that combines rich chocolate flavors with the tartness of blackberries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup blackberry puree (fresh or frozen blackberries blended)
- ½ teaspoon black food coloring (optional)
- For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup blackberry puree (for flavor and color)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, blackberry puree, and black food coloring (if using) until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and blackberry puree to the frosting, and beat on high speed until light and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce.
- For added texture, fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg