Decadent Black Velvet Cake
The Decadent Black Velvet Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert perfect for special occasions, featuring a deep chocolate flavor and velvety texture.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Cake Pans
- Hand Mixer
- Spatula
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure to the cake.
- ¾ cup Cocoa Powder High-quality unsweetened cocoa for rich flavor.
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent for height.
- ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Works with baking powder for texture.
- ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake.
- 2 large Eggs Provides moisture and binding.
- 1 cup Buttermilk Adds moisture and activates baking soda.
- ½ cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
- 1 cup Hot Water Blooms cocoa powder for flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with vegetable oil and dust with flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Beat on medium speed until creamy.
- Gradually add buttermilk to the mixture, beating continuously.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and hot water to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare your frosting of choice while the cakes cool.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with frosting and decorate as desired.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
For variations, consider adding fresh fruit between layers or using cream cheese frosting.