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The Dreamiest Blackberry Velvet Cake

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Indulge in a luscious cake combining the rich texture of classic red velvet with vibrant blackberries, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries (for the cake)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • Purple food coloring (a few drops, optional)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)
  • Extra fresh blackberries (for garnish)
  • Edible flowers (for garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a small bowl, mash 1 1/2 cups of blackberries until juicy but slightly chunky. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and purple food coloring if desired.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients and buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  8. Gently fold in the mashed blackberries into the batter.
  9. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them onto wire racks to cool completely.
  12. For the frosting, reduce 1 cup of blackberries over low heat until thick, then strain and cool the puree.
  13. Beat together the butter and cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar.
  14. Mix in the blackberry puree, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  15. To assemble, place one layer of the cake on a serving platter, spread frosting on top, add the second layer, and frost the top and sides.
  16. Garnish with extra blackberries, edible flowers, and mint leaves as desired.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Don’t overmix the batter after adding the dry ingredients to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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