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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

Decadent Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake: A Must-Try Dessert!

Indulge in the Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake, a rich fusion of chocolate and tart blackberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined option.
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Choose high-quality cocoa for optimal taste.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can enhance flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with vinegar.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Hot Water
For the Blackberry Filling
  • 2 cups Blackberries Frozen blackberries can be used if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
For the Whipped Topping
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Ensure it’s chilled.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, oil, buttermilk, and vanilla, and beat until smooth.
  4. Gradually add wet mixture to dry ingredients, mixing gently, then stir in hot water.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. In a saucepan, cook blackberries with sugar for 5-7 minutes, add lemon juice to enhance flavor.
  8. Whip cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering with blackberry filling and topping with whipped cream.
  10. Garnish with fresh blackberries or chocolate shavings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the cake layers cool completely before assembly to maintain whipped cream integrity. Use quality cocoa for best results.

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