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Decadent Black Velvet

Discover the magic of Decadent Black Velvet Cake rich in flavor and deep in color perfect for birthdays Halloween and more Easy to make and sure to impress Try this enchanting recipe now
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 28 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 58 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 334
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3/4 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder sifted
  • 3/4 cup black cocoa powder sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup hot coffee or substitute hot water
  • 3/4 cup black cocoa powder

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Wire rack
  • Spatula
  • Toothpick (for testing doneness)

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter and salt over medium heat, then whisk in the heavy whipping cream and granulated sugar until nearly boiling, and add the chocolate chips until melted.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the Dutch-processed and black cocoa powders, then slowly add the hot chocolate mixture, stirring until combined, then refrigerate for 4-6 hours.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together canola oil, granulated sugar, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until smooth.
  5. Whisk hot coffee and remaining black cocoa powder together until lump-free, then gently fold into the batter.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then distribute the batter evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean, then cool completely on a wire rack before assembling.

Nutrition

Calories: 334kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 178mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the fridge for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
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