Description
Black Velvet Cake is a sophisticated and dramatic twist on the classic Red Velvet Cake. Made with black cocoa powder, this cake has a deep, rich chocolate flavor and a striking dark color.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup black cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Frosting (Classic Cream Cheese Frosting):
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a bowl, sift together flour, black cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix buttermilk, vinegar, and vanilla extract in a separate cup.
Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk mixture into the butter mixture. Mix until just combined.
2. Bake the Cake:
Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Prepare the Frosting:
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until light and fluffy.
Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top.
Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides evenly.
Decorate as desired and enjoy!
Notes
Use black cocoa powder for an authentic deep black color.
Don’t overmix the batter to maintain a soft, velvety texture.
Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth, even batter.
Chill the cake before frosting for easier decorating.
For extra moisture, wrap the cake layers in plastic wrap while cooling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes