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Purple Velvet Cake: A Vibrant Twist on a Classic Dessert

Purple Velvet Cake
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A vibrant purple twist on the classic red velvet cake, this dessert features moist, tender layers with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to add a pop of color to your dessert table!

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 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

For the Frosting:

  • 1 pound cream cheese, softened
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red and purple food colorings, white vinegar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth and evenly colored.
  5. Bake:
    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool:
    Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the Frosting:
    In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract, then gradually mix in the confectioners’ sugar until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  8. Assemble the Cake:
    Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  9. Serve and Enjoy:
    Slice and serve your stunning Purple Velvet Cake!

Notes

  • Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For a deeper purple hue, add a few extra drops of purple food coloring.
  • This cake pairs beautifully with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

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