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Black Velvet Cake
Black Velvet Cake 
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour – for structure
1 cup granulated sugar – adds sweetness
1 cup buttermilk – for moisture and tang
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened – adds creaminess
1/4 cup vegetable oil – for moistness
2 large eggs – binds ingredients
2 tbsp black cocoa powder – for color and intense chocolate flavor
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder – additional chocolate flavor
1 tsp baking powder – leavening agent
1/2 tsp baking soda – reacts with buttermilk
1/2 tsp salt – balances flavors
1 tbsp white vinegar – adds tenderness
1 tsp vanilla extract – flavor enhancer
Black food coloring gel or paste – for desired shade
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, black cocoa powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
In another bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Add Wet Ingredients:
Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, white vinegar, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
Combine Mixtures:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add Food Coloring:
If desired, add black food coloring gel or paste to achieve your preferred shade of black. Mix until the color is evenly distributed.
Bake:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool:
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost and Serve:
Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting (cream cheese frosting pairs wonderfully) and enjoy this stunning and delicious Black Velvet Cake! 
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