Green Velvet Cake
Transform your dessert table with the eye-catching elegance of a Green Velvet Cake, a whimsical twist on the classic red velvet. This luscious two-layer cake boasts a velvety crumb, thanks to the perfect blend of buttermilk, cocoa, and a rich dose of green food coloring for its signature hue. Topped with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting, this vibrant creation is ideal for festive occasions like St. Patrick’s Day, Christmas, or any celebration that calls for a pop of color. With easy-to-follow steps and just 25 minutes of prep, this recipe delivers a show-stopping dessert that's as delicious as it is beautiful. Delight your guests with every slice of this moist, flavorful Green Velvet Cake masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Green food coloring
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vinegar, vanilla extract, and green food coloring until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth and uniform in color.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the milk and vanilla extract and continue to beat until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread frosting on the top and sides of the cake, smoothing it with a spatula.
Decorate the cake as desired, then slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 358.3 g | 459% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.0 g | 565% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 138.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 755 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 3583 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1093.8 g | 398% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 842.7 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1333 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
