Description

Indulge in the decadence of Black Velvet Cake, a strikingly dark and rich chocolate dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. This impressive three-layer cake features a unique blend of black cocoa powder, delivering a deep chocolate flavor and an eye-catching appearance. Topped with luscious dark chocolate buttercream, each slice is a delightful treat for chocolate lovers. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or elegant dinners, this cake is not only beautiful but also surprisingly easy to create, making it perfect for bakers of all skill levels.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup black cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water
2 teaspoons instant espresso
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
Additional black cocoa powder (for frosting)
Powdered sugar and heavy cream (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans.
In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, dissolve instant espresso in hot water and mix with buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla.
Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed.
Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 24–27 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
For frosting, beat butter until creamy; gradually add black cocoa powder, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and melted dark chocolate chips until smooth.
Layer cooled cakes with frosting in between and cover the entire cake with remaining frosting.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 27 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: To make your cake even more moist, ensure that your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Consider adding fresh berries or a scoop of ice cream for serving to enhance the flavor profile.