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Blackberry Velvet Cake: Indulge in this Easy Homemade Delight

Blackberry Velvet Cake

Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of this delightful blackberry velvet cake, an easy homemade dessert that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Gently fold in the blackberries.
  7. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider using blackberry puree in the frosting.

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