Description
Blue velvet cake is a visually striking dessert that combines a rich blue hue with a soft, velvety texture. This delightful treat is perfect for special occasions or simply indulging your sweet cravings. Each slice offers a moist flavor profile complemented by creamy frosting and a subtle hint of cocoa, making it an enchanting addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp blue gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans and dust with flour.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and blue food coloring until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg