Description

Indulge in the delightful Purple Velvet Cake, a stunning twist on the classic red velvet. This vibrant dessert features moist layers combined with rich cream cheese frosting, making it not just eye-catching but irresistibly delicious. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any celebration, this cake will undoubtedly impress your guests and become the highlight of your dessert table. With its unique purple hue and balanced flavor profile, the Purple Velvet Cake transforms any occasion into a festive gathering. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced one, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through creating a masterpiece that’s as enjoyable to bake as it is to eat.

Ingredients

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2½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1½ cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon purple food coloring
1 pound cream cheese (softened)
2 sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
4 cups confectioners' sugar (sifted)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, both food colorings, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just smooth. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
For frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter together; mix in vanilla and sifted confectioners' sugar until fluffy.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg