Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Purple Velvet Delight, a visually stunning cake that promises a moist and rich experience for your taste buds. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy evenings at home. Its unique purple hue and delightful flavor blend of sweetness with subtle tartness will leave your guests craving more. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, this dessert is a celebration of flavor and texture that brings back cherished memories.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp gel purple food coloring
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and purple food coloring until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined—do not overmix!
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg