Purple Velvet Cake
This stunning Purple Velvet Cake is the perfect centerpiece for any celebration! Soft, moist layers with a delicate vanilla flavor are complemented by a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. A true showstopper!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons purple gel food coloring
Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Cake Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and food coloring.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and salt.
Assembly
- Level the cake layers if needed. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread with frosting.
- Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate as desired. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra touch, add fresh berries on top of the cake before serving. Store leftover cake in the refrigerator.