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Purple Velvet Cake

Purple Velvet Cake is a unique twist on classic velvet cakes, featuring a rich flavor, soft texture, and stunning purple hue.

Equipment

  • - Two 8-inch round cake pans
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • - Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Offset spatula

Ingredients
  

  • **For the Cake:**
  • - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • - 1 tsp baking powder
  • - 1 tsp baking soda
  • - 1/2 tsp salt
  • - 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • - 3 large eggs
  • - 1 cup buttermilk
  • - 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • - 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • - Purple gel food coloring
  • **For the Cream Cheese Frosting:**
  • - 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • - 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • - 4 cups powdered sugar
  • - 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • - Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • **Preheat and Prepare Pans:** Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • **Mix Dry Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • **Prepare Wet Mixture:** In a large bowl, beat butter and oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in buttermilk, vanilla, and vinegar.
  • **Add Food Coloring:** Mix in purple gel food coloring a little at a time until the desired shade is achieved.
  • **Combine Mixtures:** Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • **Bake:** Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • **Cool:** Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • **Make Frosting:** In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy.
  • **Assemble Cake:** Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on top, then place the second layer over it. Frost the top and sides evenly.
  • **Decorate and Serve:** Garnish with sprinkles or edible glitter for a finishing touch. Slice and enjoy!