Description

This Purple Velvet Cake is a stunning twist on the classic red velvet, featuring a rich, velvety texture and a vibrant purple hue. Paired with a creamy white chocolate cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any special occasion. Moist, flavorful, and absolutely gorgeous, it's a showstopper dessert that will impress everyone!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2 teaspoons purple food coloring (adjust for desired shade)

For the White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting:

16 oz (1 lb) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
6 oz white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake Pans

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red and purple food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients

Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until smooth. Do not overmix.

5. Bake the Cake

Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Make the Frosting

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add vanilla extract and mix well.
Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy.
Fold in melted white chocolate until fully incorporated.

7. Assemble the Cake

Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting on top.
Add the second cake layer and frost the entire cake.
Decorate as desired and serve!

Notes

Ombre Effect: Use different shades of purple food coloring for a gradient look.
Berry Infusion: Add blueberry or blackberry puree for a fruity twist.
Chocolatey Twist: Mix in mini chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts between the layers.

Prep Time: 20minutes
Cook Time: 30minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American