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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

Gothic Blackberry Velvet Cake
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Indulge in this striking Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake, a visually stunning and delicious dessert. Its deep, dark hue and rich blackberry flavor make it a memorable centerpiece for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot coffee
  • 1 cup blackberry puree, strained
  • Black food coloring gel (optional, for deeper color)
  • For the frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, 4 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, fresh blackberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Stir in hot coffee and blackberry puree. Add black food coloring if desired.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
  10. Once cakes are cooled, frost the top of one layer, then place the second layer on top. Frost the entire cake.
  11. Garnish with fresh blackberries.

Notes

For a more intense blackberry flavor, add a tablespoon of blackberry liqueur to the frosting.

Find it online: https://delilita.com/blackberry-velvet-gothic-cake/