Description

Indulge in the beauty and flavor of Purple Velvet Cake, a stunning reinterpretation of the classic red velvet dessert. This vibrant cake features moist layers infused with a delightful cocoa flavor, all enveloped in creamy, rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any festive occasion, its eye-catching purple hue is sure to impress your guests. Easy to make yet striking in presentation, this cake is not only a visual delight but also a delicious treat that melts in your mouth. Elevate your dessert game and create lasting memories with this unique culinary masterpiece.

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) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and purple food coloring.
Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth; then divide the batter between the prepared pans.
Bake for about 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before frosting.
For the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy; gradually add confectioners' sugar.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg