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Blue Velvet Cake: Discover This Unique Recipe Today!

A unique and visually stunning Blue Velvet Cake with a rich cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons blue food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk as needed for consistency

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, blue food coloring, vanilla extract, almond extract, and vinegar. Stir until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  7. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  8. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. Add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth. If the frosting is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  9. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  10. Chill the cake for about 30 minutes before serving to set the frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgSugar: 34g

Notes

  • For a fun twist, try adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter for a citrusy flavor.
  • You can also decorate the cake with fresh blueberries or edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.

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