Go Back
–+ servings
Delicious 7288faef99

Purple Velvet Cake

A whimsical twist on the classic red velvet cake, this Purple Velvet Cake combines rich chocolatey flavors with a vibrant purple hue for a deliciously unique dessert.
No ratings yet
Rate this Recipe Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups flour Use all-purpose flour for a soft texture.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Excess sugar can dull the cake's flavor.
  • 0.25 cups cocoa powder Light or Dutch-processed cocoa works best.
  • 1 packet baking powder Make sure it's fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Works with buttermilk for a fluffy texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 3 pieces eggs Should be at room temperature.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 0.5 cups melted butter Allow to cool before adding to batter.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar Adds acidity.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Essential for flavor.
  • 2-3 teaspoons purple gel food coloring Add gradually for desired color.

Frosting Ingredients

  • 300 grams cream cheese Use full-fat for best results.
  • 150 grams butter Should be at room temperature.
  • 3 cups powdered sugar Sifted to avoid lumps.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Additional flavor for frosting.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).
  • Grease two 20-22 cm cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry mix and stir until combined. Add purple gel food coloring.
  • Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • Let cool completely on wire racks.

Frosting

  • For the frosting, beat room temperature butter until fluffy. Add cream cheese and mix until smooth.
  • Gradually sift in powdered sugar and mix until fully combined. Chill if mixture becomes too soft.

Assembly

  • Layer the cake with frosting, applying a crumb coat first to lock in crumbs.
  • Chill briefly to set the crumb coat.
  • Finish frosting and decorate as desired.

Notes

Always measure flour correctly to prevent a dense cake. A crumb coat is essential for presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
Keyword Baking, Cake Recipe, Comfort Food, Dessert, Purple Velvet Cake
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!