Description
Blue Velvet Cake is a stunning dessert that elevates the classic cake experience with its vibrant blue layers and rich flavor profile. This visually captivating cake combines the delightful tastes of vanilla and cocoa, creating a unique dessert perfect for any occasion. Each slice reveals a soft, moist texture complemented by creamy frosting that melts in your mouth. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or treating yourself to something special, this Blue Velvet Cake is sure to impress family and friends alike. Follow our easy recipe to create this show-stopping dessert that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon blue food coloring
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and buttermilk until combined.
- Mix in blue food coloring until desired color is reached.
- Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting with cream cheese icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg