Description

This Green Velvet Cake is a delightful treat featuring a rich cocoa flavor and beautiful green color. With simple ingredients and a straightforward method, it’s perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (not dutch process)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk, well shaken
1 tablespoon green liquid food coloring
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for frosting)
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (for frosting)
4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
pinch fine salt
green candies and sanding sugar for decorating

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter and line three 8-inch round pans with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and fine salt.
Combine the buttermilk, green food coloring, and vanilla extract in a measuring cup.
In a mixer, cream 1 cup of butter and 2 cups of sugar together for 5 minutes until fluffy.
Gradually beat in the eggs until well combined.
Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture to the butter mixture, ensuring you start and end with the flour mixture.
Divide the batter evenly across the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely.
For the frosting, whisk 1/2 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of milk in a saucepan until smooth. Add the remaining milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened for about 5 minutes.
Cool the frosting base in the fridge for 45 minutes, covering the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.
In a separate bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups of butter and 1 1/2 cups of sugar for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Incorporate the cooled flour paste into the butter mixture one tablespoon at a time while mixing.
Change to a whisk attachment and whip the frosting for 10 minutes until airy and fluffy.
Assemble the cake by frosting between layers and on the outer surface.

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
You can adjust the intensity of the green food coloring according to your preference.
For best results, let the cake layers cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 500
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg