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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake: Indulge in Decadent Delight

Indulge in the rich flavors of Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake, a perfect blend of chocolate and tart blackberries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, Gothic
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 0.75 cups Unsweetened Cocoa Powder high-quality
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 3 Eggs
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or milk + vinegar
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Hot Water
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Blackberries fresh or thawed frozen
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Optional Garnishes
  • Fresh Blackberries
  • Edible Flowers
  • Dark Chocolate Shavings

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Cake pans
  • Mixer
  • saucepan
  • spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet and dry mixtures, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the hot water until smooth and then divide the batter into the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the blackberry filling in a saucepan until thick and cool to room temperature.
  9. Whip the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  10. Assemble the cake by layering with blackberry filling and whipped cream.
  11. Chill the completed cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing, ensure proper cooling before frosting, and refrigerate the assembled cake to enhance flavor.

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