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Royal Purple Velvet Cake with Creamy Vanilla Frosting

Royal Purple Velvet Cake with Creamy Vanilla Frosting

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Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Royal Purple Velvet Cake with Creamy Vanilla Frosting. This visually striking dessert boasts a rich cocoa-vanilla flavor and a delightfully moist texture, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Its vibrant purple hue is not just eye-catching; it also invites smiles and compliments from guests at birthdays, holidays, and gatherings. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create this stunning cake that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fine flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1⅓ cups buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 heaping tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Purple liquid food coloring (to desired shade)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (for frosting)
  • 8 ounces unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour and cocoa powder together.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk until just combined.
  6. Mix in purple food coloring gradually to achieve desired hue.
  7. Combine baking soda and vinegar; fold into batter gently.
  8. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.

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