Indulge in a rich and colorful treat with this Purple Velvet Cake topped with a luscious White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress with a stunning dessert.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Yield:12 slices 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the cake:
2 1/2cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1cup vegetable oil
1cup buttermilk (room temperature)
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1–2 teaspoons purple gel food coloring (adjust for desired shade)
For the frosting:
8ounces cream cheese (softened)
1/2cup unsalted butter (softened)
6ounces white chocolate (melted and slightly cooled)
3–3 1/2cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, vinegar, and purple food coloring. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry until smooth and evenly colored.
Bake the cakes: Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Make the frosting: For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add the melted white chocolate and beat until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy and spreadable.
Assemble the cake: Frost the cooled cake layers and decorate as desired.
Notes
Gel food coloring provides the most vibrant purple hue.
Chill the cake briefly after frosting for cleaner slices.
Garnish with white chocolate shavings or edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.