Description
Winter Wonderland Blue Velvet Cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines a vibrant blue hue with a rich, velvety texture. Light and fluffy layers are paired with a luscious cream cheese frosting, creating an unforgettable taste experience perfect for winter gatherings or festive celebrations. This cake not only dazzles the eyes but also delights the palate, making it a must-have centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp blue food coloring
- Cream cheese frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and blue food coloring; mix until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until no flour streaks remain.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg