Description
Indulge in the beauty of the Blackberry Velvet Cake, a stunning dessert that combines the rich flavors of fresh blackberries with a velvety crumb. This showstopper is perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, or any celebration where you want to impress your guests. Topped with a luscious blackberry cream cheese frosting and adorned with vibrant blackberries, this cake not only captivates the eye but also delights the palate with its moist texture and irresistible taste. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice, this recipe offers straightforward instructions to create a memorable centerpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 2 cups fresh blackberries (divided for cake and frosting)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese (for frosting)
Instructions
- Prepare the blackberry reduction by cooking fresh blackberries with sugar and water until thickened. Strain and cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Combine dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Alternate adding the dry mix and buttermilk-blackberry mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 28-32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and blackberry puree.
- Assemble by frosting between layers and covering the top and sides of the cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg