Description
Indulge in the vibrant world of Purple Velvet Cake, a delightful twist on the classic red velvet. This stunning cake is incredibly moist and features a rich cream cheese frosting that beautifully complements its unique flavor. Perfect for any celebration—be it Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or elegant brunches—this eye-catching dessert will surely wow your guests. With its luscious purple hue and creamy texture, it’s not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes. Elevate your baking game with this colorful creation that invites creativity and customization!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- Red and purple food coloring
- For Cream Cheese Frosting: 1 pound cream cheese, 2 sticks unsalted butter, 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Sift flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder together in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk oil, buttermilk, eggs, food colorings, vinegar, and vanilla.
- Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until smooth.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add sifted sugar until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cakes generously.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg