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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

This Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake features deep fruit flavor and rich ganache for a bold dessert experience.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Two 8-inch cake pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • hand or stand mixer
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber Spatula
  • whisk
  • saucepan
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • Cooling Rack
  • offset spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cups blackberry puree
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cups buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder

For the Blackberry Filling

  • 1.5 cups fresh blackberries
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoon water

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cups heavy cream
  • 8 oz dark chocolate chopped
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter

For Decorating

  • Fresh blackberries

Instructions
 

Make the Blackberry Puree

  • Rinse the blackberries. Blend until smooth. Push the puree through a fine strainer to remove the seeds. You’ll need 1 cup for the cake and the rest for the filling.

Prepare the Cake Batter

  • In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. This traps air and makes a soft cake crumb.
  • Add eggs one at a time. Beat well after each. Stir in the blackberry puree and oil until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add this to the wet mix, alternating with the buttermilk. Stir until just combined. Finish with vanilla extract.

Bake the Cake Layers

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans. Divide the batter between them.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes. A toothpick should come out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then move to a rack.

Cook the Blackberry Filling

  • In a small saucepan, cook blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until the fruit softens.
  • Mix cornstarch with water. Stir this into the pan. Cook until thickened. Let it cool.

Make the Chocolate Ganache

  • Warm the cream in a small pot until it just starts to bubble. Remove from heat. Pour over chopped chocolate and butter.
  • Let it sit for 2–3 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly before using.

Assemble the Cake

  • Place the first cake layer on a plate. Spread a generous layer of blackberry filling across the top.
  • Set the second layer on top. Pour ganache over the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
  • Top the cake with fresh blackberries. Add chocolate shavings and flowers if you like. A dusting of cocoa adds a moody look.

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. It pairs well with coffee or black tea. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you're feeling fancy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 3gSugar: 48gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword blackberries, Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake, cake, Dessert, ganache, velvet cake
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