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
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Buttermilk: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Blue food coloring: 1-2 tablespoons (gel is preferred)
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 the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and blue food coloring. Mix well until the color is evenly distributed.
- Step 4: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 5: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. Frost with your favorite frosting.
Notes
- To keep your Blue Velvet Cake moist, wrap leftover slices tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator.
- For a delightful treat, gently warm individual slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to enhance the cake's flavor and texture.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the cake's rich color and delicate flavor.
- For a vibrant blue hue, use gel food coloring and add it gradually, as the color will deepen slightly as the cake bakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American