Dark Royal Blue Velvet Cake
Velvet cakes are known for their moist and tender texture, which is achieved by adding buttermilk and vinegar to the batter.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Dark Royal Blue Velvet Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and blue food coloring.
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In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk, vinegar, and baking soda. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the buttermilk mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
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Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
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Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
