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Purple Velvet Cake

Delight in Purple Velvet Cake for Every Special Occasion

This Purple Velvet Cake dazzles with its vibrant color and moist crumb, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Cake flour can be used for a lighter texture.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar No substitution necessary for sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Salt Omit if necessary due to dietary restrictions.
  • 1 tbls Cocoa Powder Can replace with dark cocoa for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can be used.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with almond milk plus 1 tsp vinegar for dairy-free.
  • 2 large Eggs Use them at room temperature.
  • 1 tbsp Red Food Coloring Essential for the base color.
  • 1 tbsp White Distilled Vinegar Lemon juice can be substituted.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for variation.
  • 1 tbsp Purple Food Coloring Adjust for desired intensity.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (Softened) Vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used for dairy-free.
  • 4 cups Confectioners’ Sugar No substitutions recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine oil, buttermilk, eggs, red coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack.
  7. Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then add confectioners' sugar until fluffy for the frosting.
  8. Assemble the cake by frosting between layers and the top and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth mixing. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.

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