Purple Velvet Cake
Delight your taste buds with this stunning Purple Velvet Cake that perfectly balances sweetness with a hint of tang, featuring a rich flavor and a velvety texture.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk You can substitute with milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar.
- 1 tablespoon purple food coloring Consider using natural options like purple sweet potato or beet juice.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour your cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring each ingredient is well incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
- Stir in the purple food coloring until you achieve the desired hue and gently fold in the white vinegar.
Baking
- Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Rotate your pans halfway through for even baking.
Cooling and Frosting
- Allow the cake to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Once completely cool, frost with your favorite icing.
Notes
For a stunning presentation, dust the top with powdered sugar or decorate with edible flowers. Enjoy the cake with a refreshing drink or side desserts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
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