Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake
Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake is a mesmerizing dessert that combines rich, velvety chocolate layers with a bright and zesty blackberry frosting. Perfect for any celebration, this cake not only delights the palate but also serves as a stunning centerpiece for your table. With its moist texture and beautiful dark hues, it promises to impress guests and satisfy your sweet cravings on any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup blackberry puree (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup softened butter (or vegan butter)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup blackberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, vegetable oil, blackberry puree, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely. For frosting, whip together softened butter, powdered sugar, and blackberry jam until creamy.
- Frost between layers and on top of the cooled cake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg