How to Make Purple Velvet Cake

Step 1: Preheat & Prep the Pans

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

Step 3: Prepare the Wet Ingredients

1. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
2. Add the purple gel food coloring, mixing until fully incorporated.

Step 4: Combine & Mix the Batter

1. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined (don’t overmix!).

Step 5: Bake Until Set

• Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar gradually, beating until fluffy.
3. Mix in vanilla extract.

Step 7: Assemble & Decorate

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting evenly over the top.
2. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides.
3. Decorate with sprinkles, white chocolate shavings, or fresh berries!