Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder (dark or black cocoa for rich color)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly pour in hot coffee and stir until the batter is thin and glossy.
- Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Spread frosting between layers and over the cake.
- Chill slightly before slicing for neat layers.
✨ Enjoy your rich, Luxurious Black Velvet Cake with its moist texture and elegant dark finish!
Do you want me to also add serving suggestions (like berries, edible gold, or chocolate shavings) to make it look even more luxurious?