Description
Prepare a rich Black Velvet Cake with a smooth, velvety texture. Enjoy this classic dessert with chocolate frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sugar
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- Chocolate frosting (optional)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Do not overbake the cake to maintain its moistness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg