Black Velvet Cake is an alluring variation of the classic Red Velvet Cake, featuring a deep, dark color and a moist, tender crumb. This distinctive cake gets its striking appearance from black cocoa powder, which also imparts a rich, chocolatey flavor that makes it a standout dessert. Perfect for special occasions or as an elegant centerpiece at any gathering, here’s how to make a delicious Black Velvet Cake.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- All-Purpose Flour: 250 grams (2 cups)
- Granulated Sugar: 300 grams (1 1/2 cups)
- Black Cocoa Powder: 50 grams (1/2 cup), sifted
- Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted Butter: 115 grams (1/2 cup), softened
- Eggs: 2 large, at room temperature
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Buttermilk: 240 ml (1 cup), at room temperature
- White Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Red Food Coloring: 1 teaspoon (optional, to enhance the dark color)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Cream Cheese: 450 grams (16 ounces), softened
- Unsalted Butter: 115 grams (1/2 cup), softened
- Confectioners’ Sugar: 450 grams (4 cups), sifted
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon