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Elegant Black Velvet Cake

A rich and moist chocolate cake with a deep black color, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup strong black coffee, cooled
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon black food coloring

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil, vanilla, and black food coloring. Mix until smooth.
  4. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Trusted Blog