💙 Blue Velvet Cake

A luxurious cake with a stunning blue color, soft velvety texture, and rich cream cheese frosting! 😍

🛒 Ingredients

🍰 For the Cake:

* 2½ cups all-purpose flour

* 1½ cups granulated sugar

* 1 tsp baking powder

* ½ tsp baking soda

* ½ tsp salt

* 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

* 1 cup buttermilk

* ½ cup vegetable oil

* 2 large eggs

* 1 tsp vanilla extract

* 1 tbsp white vinegar

* 2 tbsp blue gel food coloring

🧀 For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

* 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened

* ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened

* 3½ cups powdered sugar

* 1 tsp vanilla extract

* Pinch of salt

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👨‍🍳 Directions

1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans.

2️⃣ In one bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients. In another bowl, beat the wet ingredients until well combined.

3️⃣ Gradually combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring just until smooth. Do not overmix.

4️⃣ Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5️⃣ Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.

6️⃣ Beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy, then add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Whip until light and fluffy.

7️⃣ Assemble the cake by spreading frosting between each layer, then cover the top and sides. Decorate with blue velvet crumbs or blue sprinkles.

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⏱️ Prep Time: 25 minutes

🔥 Bake Time: 30–35 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 10–12