Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake (Print Version)
Rich chocolate cake layers with luscious blackberry filling and vanilla cream topping create a stunning dark dessert masterpiece.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cake
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2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
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3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 grams)
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 large eggs
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3/4 cup vegetable oil (180 ml)
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1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 cup hot water (120 ml)
→ For the Blackberry Filling
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1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries (225 grams)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ For the Cream Topping
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1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml)
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1/4 cup powdered sugar (30 grams)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Garnishes
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Fresh blackberries
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Edible flowers
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Dark chocolate shavings
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Cocoa powder dusting
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch or 9-inch cake pans. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another. Combine, then stir in hot water. Divide batter into pans and bake 30–35 minutes. Cool completely.
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In a saucepan, cook blackberries and sugar until juicy. Add cornstarch slurry and lemon juice. Stir until thickened. Cool fully.
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Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks.
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Spread blackberry filling between cake layers. Top with whipped cream and decorate with berries, chocolate shavings, or flowers.
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Chill assembled cake for at least 1 hour before slicing for best results
# Notes:
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This cake features rich chocolate velvet layers with a luscious blackberry filling and creamy topping for an elegant dessert presentation.