Description
Indulge in a rich and moist Black Velvet Cake, beautifully complemented by a creamy cream cheese frosting. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix on medium speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the white vinegar, then carefully add the boiling water to the batter. The batter will be thin.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add vanilla extract and adjust consistency with milk if needed.
- Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate and frost the top. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate as desired and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- Feel free to customize the frosting with additional flavors or toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes