Dark Chocolate Velvet Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 cup white sugar
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2 cups plain flour
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1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 tablespoon vinegar (white)
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1/2 cup softened butter (unsalted)
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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Black gel or paste food coloring
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 350°F and get your two 9-inch round pans ready.
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Whip the butter and sugar until light and creamy. Stir in the oil, eggs, vanilla, and vinegar.
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Slowly mix in alternating amounts of the sifted dry mixture and buttermilk. Stir in food coloring last.
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Pour the batter evenly into the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness.
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Let cakes sit in the pans for 10 minutes, then move to a cooling rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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If you want a darker black tone, use more food coloring.
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Tastes great with whipped ganache or cream cheese icing.