Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blackberry Velvet Cake, a stunning dessert that captures the essence of summer with its vibrant berry-infused crumb and creamy blackberry frosting. Perfect for birthdays or casual gatherings, this cake is not only visually striking but also incredibly delicious. Each bite offers a burst of fresh blackberry flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser at any event. With easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can create this impressive dessert that’s sure to leave guests raving. Elevate your next celebration with this luscious recipe that combines homemade goodness with elegant presentation.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 1/2 cups fresh blackberries (for cake and frosting)
- Cream cheese for frosting
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare blackberry reduction by cooking fresh blackberries with sugar until thickened. Strain and cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix buttermilk with cooled blackberry puree in another bowl, then combine wet and dry ingredients alternately.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 28–32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and blackberry puree.
- Frost cooled cake layers generously and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg