Description

Indulge in the rich decadence of Luxurious Black Velvet Cake! A moist chocolate cake layered with blackberry preserves and topped with velvety frosting, garnished with fresh berries and dark chocolate shavings.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup black food coloring gel

For the Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup blackberry preserves

For Garnish:

Fresh blackberries
Dark chocolate shavings
Fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Prepare Your Baking Pans

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and dust three 8-inch round cake pans with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well incorporated.

4. Add Water and Food Coloring

Slowly mix in boiling water and black food coloring gel. Stir until the batter is smooth and evenly colored.

5. Bake the Cake

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

6. Prepare the Frosting

Cream the butter until smooth and fluffy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Add heavy cream a little at a time and beat until light and fluffy.

7. Assemble the Cake

Spread a layer of blackberry preserves between each cake layer.
Frost the sides and top of the cake with the chocolate frosting, smoothing it with an offset spatula for a polished look.

8. Garnish

Decorate the cake with fresh blackberries, dark chocolate shavings, and mint leaves.

Notes

Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure ingredients like eggs, butter, and buttermilk are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Moist Cake: Wrap cake layers in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor and moisture.
Professional Finish: Use an offset spatula for smooth frosting application.