Indulge in Irresistible Blackberry Velvet Cake Bliss
Indulge in Irresistible Blackberry Velvet Cake Bliss is a luscious and vibrant dessert that encapsulates the essence of summer. This delightful cake features a rich combination of fresh blackberries and velvety vanilla flavors, making it perfect for any celebration or a sweet treat to brighten your day. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, enjoying a family gathering, or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a favorite. With options for dairy-free and gluten-free variations, everyone can enjoy this scrumptious blackberry creation!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (or vegan butter)
- 3 large eggs (or flax eggs)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or homemade version with lemon juice)
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream together the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. In another bowl, mix buttermilk and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blackberries.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks; frost with cream cheese and blackberry puree once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg