Blackberry Velvet Cake: The Best Indulgent Treat for Any Occasion
A deliciously rich and velvety cake that combines the tartness of blackberries with a decadent chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together.
- In another large bowl, whisk together the sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blackberries.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before frosting.
Notes
- For extra indulgence, top with cream cheese frosting.
- Serve with fresh blackberries for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg