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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

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A stunning dessert combining the rich flavors of chocolate and fresh blackberries, creating a moist, velvety texture topped with whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
  • Fresh blackberries (for decoration)
  • Edible flowers (for decoration)
  • Dark chocolate shavings (for decoration)
  • Cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, adding the hot water to make a smooth batter.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  6. Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. For the blackberry filling, combine blackberries and sugar in a saucepan and cook until the blackberries break down. Add the cornstarch slurry and lemon juice, stirring until thickened.
  8. For the whipped cream, beat the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  9. To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread the blackberry filling, then top with the second layer and whipped cream.
  10. Decorate with blackberries, edible flowers, and chocolate shavings, and chill for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Can substitute half the blackberries with raspberries or blueberries.

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Keywords: cake, dessert, blackberry, chocolate, whipped cream

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