Step by step instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cocoa powder.
In a separate bowl, mix together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar and vanilla.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until smooth and well combined.
Baking the cake
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the frosting Beat
together the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until well combined, then increase to high speed until fluffy.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Assemble and decorate the cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place a layer on your serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top.
Place the second layer on top of the first, then frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
Decorate with purple sprinkles, edible glitter, and fresh berries as desired. For an extra touch of elegance, apply edible gold leaf to the sides or top of the cake.
This Purple Velvet Cake recipe combines the soft, moist texture of the classic Velvet Cake with a modern, visually stunning shade of purple. Perfect for any celebration, it will impress with its unique color, rich flavor, and elegant presentation.
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