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Black Velvet Cake with Oreo Frosting

A rich and moist Black Velvet Cake topped with an indulgent Oreo frosting, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Black Velvet Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted, for easier mixing.
  • 1.5 cups sugar Granulated.
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can be substituted with homemade buttermilk.
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon activated charcoal Optional, for extra color.
For the Oreo Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 3.5 cups powdered sugar Sifted.
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies Can adjust amount to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth. If using, add the activated charcoal.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter between two greased round cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a bowl, combine softened butter and powdered sugar. Gradually mix in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until fluffy, then fold in the crushed Oreos.
Assembling
  1. Place the first layer of cake on a serving platter and spread a generous layer of Oreo frosting on top.
  2. Add the second layer of cake and top with more frosting, swirling it around the sides.
  3. Optionally, crumble more Oreos on top for decoration.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For the best flavor, let it come to room temperature before serving.