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Striking Blue Velvet Cake with Luscious Layers

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  • Author: Pamela
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of blue velvet cake, a stunning dessert that is as visually appealing as it is delicious. With its vibrant blue hue and luscious layers, this cake promises to captivate your taste buds. Each slice features a moist, velvety texture complemented by creamy frosting, making it perfect for celebrations or an everyday treat. Elevate your dessert game with this showstopper that will surely impress family and friends.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 20 drops blue gel food coloring
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round baking pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix the sugar and vegetable oil until blended. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Mix in blue gel food coloring until your desired shade is achieved.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Frost as desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 51g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg