Description
Indulge in the rich decadence of Black Velvet Cake, a luxurious dessert that marries dark chocolate with a velvety texture. Hints of vanilla and buttermilk elevate its flavor profile, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Each moist slice promises an unforgettable experience that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup soda water
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans with nonstick spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, soda water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients while stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg