Brandy Velvet

Brandy Velvet cake is a moist and rich dessert that gets its unique flavor from the addition of brandy. It is a popular choice for special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Brandy Velvet

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Butter
• 1 Egg
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Brandy
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the butter, egg, vanilla extract, milk, and brandy to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
5. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread half of the whipped cream on top. Place the second cake layer on top and cover with the remaining whipped cream.
9. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
10. Enjoy your Brandy Velvet cake!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 325kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 43g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.