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Blue Velvet Cake

Blue Velvet Cake is a strikingly beautiful dessert that captivates with its vibrant blue hue and luscious texture, making it an impressive centerpiece for any celebration. With its mild cocoa undertones complemented by rich cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, baby showers, and holiday gatherings. Its moist layers paired with creamy frosting create a delightful combination that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Simple enough for novice bakers yet sophisticated enough to wow seasoned cooks, this Blue Velvet Cake is sure to be a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp blue food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two round cake pans with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until smooth; add eggs one at a time followed by buttermilk and blue food coloring until well combined.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
  • Author: Larissa W.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For a deeper blue color, gradually add more food coloring as desired. Enhance flavor by adding vanilla extract to the cake or frosting.