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Purple Velvet Cake Recipe 

Imagine a cake that combines the moist, velvety texture of a classic red velvet cake with a vibrant purple hue. That’s exactly what you get with this Purple Velvet Cake Recipe. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for any special occasion, from birthdays to anniversaries. The deep purple color, paired with a luscious cream cheese frosting, makes this cake not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.

Ingredients

Banana Cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder

  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil

  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring

  • 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon purple food coloring (or enough to achieve desired color)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1 pound cream cheese, softened

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 4 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently beat together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla with a handheld electric mixer.

  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet and mix until smooth and thoroughly combined.

  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely.

  6. Prepare Frosting: For the frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla together until smooth. Add the sugar and beat on low speed until incorporated. Increase the speed to high and mix until very light and fluffy.

  7. Frost the Cake: Frost the cake with cream cheese frosting when the cakes have cooled completely.

Notes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Calories: 590 kcal per serving | Servings: 12

Enjoy this delightful Purple Velvet Cake, perfect for any special occasion! 🍰✨

  • Author: niold.com