By Tyla Recipes
Black Velvet Cake
For those who crave something as dark as it is delicious, the Black Velvet Cake is a true showstopper. With its rich, deep chocolate flavor and velvety texture, this cake is perfect for special occasions or simply when you want to indulge in something extraordinary. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe will guide you through creating a cake that’s both stunning and delectable. Let’s dive into the decadence of this Black Velvet Cake!
Updated at: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:45:19 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
67
Moderate
Glycemic Load
729
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories7862.1 kcal (393%)
Total Fat375.2 g (536%)
Carbs1088.8 g (419%)
Sugars810.9 g (901%)
Protein83.8 g (168%)
Sodium3697.8 mg (185%)
Fiber21.2 g (76%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
1 servings
2 ½ cupsall-purpose flour
½ cupunsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ cupsgranulated sugar
1 cupunsalted butter
softened
3eggs
large
1 cupbuttermilk
1 tspbaking powder
1 tspbaking soda
½ tspsalt
½ cupcoffee
strong, brewed, cooled
1 tspvanilla extract
Black food coloring
optional, for a darker color
8 ozcream cheese
softened
½ cupunsalted butter
softened
4 cupspowdered sugar
1 tspvanilla extract
1 Tbspheavy cream
optional, for consistency
Instructions
Step 1
Instructions:
Step 2
Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
Cream the Butter and Sugar: In another large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk and coffee, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. If desired, add black food coloring to enhance the color of the cake.
Step 5
Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6
Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract and, if needed, add heavy cream to achieve your desired frosting consistency.
Step 7
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Smooth the frosting with a spatula for a clean finish.
Step 8
Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake and enjoy the rich, velvety texture with the creamy frosting. This Black Velvet Cake is best served at room temperature.
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