Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups
- Granulated sugar: 1 3/4 cups
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Buttermilk: 1 cup
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Blue food coloring: 1-2 tablespoons
- White vinegar: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, oil, eggs, blue food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 5: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. Frost with your favorite frosting (cream cheese frosting is recommended).
Notes
- To keep your Blue Velvet Cake moist, store it tightly covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For a warm, comforting treat, gently microwave a slice of Blue Velvet Cake for 10-15 seconds.
- Serve your Blue Velvet Cake chilled with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries for a truly decadent dessert.
- Don't skip the vinegar; it reacts with the baking soda to create a light and airy texture and enhances the cake's subtle tang.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American