Ultimate Purple Velvet Cake
A stunning purple velvet cake enveloped in rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations and gatherings.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour the foundation of the cake, ensuring a perfect texture.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar adds sweetness and a delightful cake structure.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder ensures your cake rises beautifully.
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda works with the buttermilk to create a light and fluffy cake.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances the flavors throughout the cake.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened brings richness and a creamy base.
- 1 cup buttermilk adds moisture and a slight tang that balances sweetness.
- 3 large eggs provides structure and stability to your cake.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract infuses warmth and flavor into the cake.
- to taste purple gel food coloring creates the signature shade of purple.
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened gives a tangy creaminess to the frosting.
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened contributes to the frosting's rich taste.
- 4 cups powdered sugar sweetens and thickens the frosting to perfection.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds additional flavor to the decadent frosting.
Optional Decoration
- edible flowers or purple sprinkles provide a charming decorative touch that elevates the presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add in the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Introduce the purple gel food coloring, stirring until your desired shade of purple is reached.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
- Beat the cream cheese and softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Assembly
- Once cakes are completely cool, stack them and spread a layer of frosting between each layer.
- Use the remaining frosting to coat the outside of the cake generously.
- Decorate your cake with edible flowers or purple sprinkles.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Do not overmix the batter. Feel free to adjust the amount of food coloring for a deeper hue.