Dark Velvet Cake (Printable Version)
Bold and soft, this cake blends black cocoa for deep chocolatey vibes and a unique look.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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2 tablespoons black cocoa powder
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1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 cup granulated sugar
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 tablespoon white vinegar
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Black food coloring gel or paste
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 large eggs
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Set the oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 9-inch pans.
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Cream together butter and sugar. Toss in oil, eggs, vinegar, and vanilla.
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Slowly add the sifted dry ingredients with buttermilk, switching between the two. Mix in food coloring.
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Pour the batter equally into the pans. Bake 25-30 minutes till done.
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Let cakes sit in pans for 10 minutes, then cool fully on a rack.
# Additional Notes:
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Use more food coloring to make it look darker.
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It's fantastic with cream cheese frosting or whipped ganache.