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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake Recipe

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Make a stunning Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake featuring rich chocolate velvet layers, luscious blackberry filling, and a creamy whipped cream topping. This dessert combines deep cocoa flavor with fresh blackberry tartness and a smooth cream finish, perfect for gothic-themed celebrations or any special occasion looking for a dramatic, elegant treat.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 grams)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil (180 ml)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hot water (120 ml)

For the Blackberry Filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries (225 grams)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Cream Topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Garnishes:

  • Fresh blackberries
  • Edible flowers
  • Dark chocolate shavings
  • Dusting of cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to create a uniform dry mixture.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined, ensuring a smooth mixture.
  4. Make the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Then, stir in the hot water carefully; the batter will be thin, which helps achieve a moist, tender cake texture.
  5. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool the Cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before assembling.
  7. Prepare the Blackberry Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the blackberries and sugar. Cook until the berries release their juices. Stir in the cornstarch-water slurry and lemon juice. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  8. Make the Cream Topping: Using an electric mixer, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful to avoid overwhipping.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Once the cake layers and filling have fully cooled, spread the blackberry filling evenly between the layers. Top the assembled cake with the whipped cream.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Decorate with fresh blackberries, edible flowers, dark chocolate shavings, and a light dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant gothic presentation. Chill the cake for at least one hour before serving to help it set.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the cake batter to keep the texture light and velvety.
  • Ensure cakes are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the cream topping from melting.
  • Use fresh or well-drained thawed blackberries for the filling’s best flavor and texture.
  • Stop whipping the cream at stiff peaks to avoid grainy texture.
  • Store cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; decorate fresh berries within 24 hours.
  • Freeze unfrosted cake layers up to 2 months, thaw in refrigerator before assembling.

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