Description
Indulge in the vibrant and decadent Purple Velvet Cake, a delightful twist on the classic red velvet. This eye-catching dessert features moist layers infused with a rich blend of cocoa and vanilla, all elegantly topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. The stunning purple hue makes it a standout centerpiece for birthdays, weddings, or any festive gathering. Your guests will be enchanted not only by its beauty but also by its unique flavor profile that balances sweetness with a hint of richness. Perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers, this recipe invites you to create a memorable dessert that elevates any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1½ cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon purple food coloring
- 1 pound cream cheese, softened
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder; sift together.
- In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and purple food coloring.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; mix until smooth. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add sifted confectioners' sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg