Print

Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A stunning and delicious chocolate cake filled with a creamy blackberry mixture, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 grams)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil (180 ml)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hot water (120 ml)
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries (225 grams)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Fresh blackberries, edible flowers, dark chocolate shavings, and cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch or 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In one bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then stir in hot water until smooth.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let cool completely before removing.
  6. In a saucepan, combine blackberries and 1/4 cup sugar over medium heat until juicy.
  7. Stir in cornstarch slurry and lemon juice, cooking until thickened. Let cool.
  8. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  9. Once cake layers are cooled, spread blackberry filling between the layers and top with whipped cream.
  10. Decorate with fresh blackberries, chocolate shavings, and edible flowers.
  11. Chill for 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for up to two months.