"Black Velvet Cake is a strikingly rich and elegant dessert with an intense chocolate flavor and a unique, velvety black color. The combination of black cocoa and unsweetened cocoa powder gives this cake its bold chocolate profile, while buttermilk and a hint of vinegar ensure it has a tender, moist..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour (for structure)
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1 cup granulated sugar (adds sweetness)
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1 cup buttermilk (for moisture and tang)
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened, adds creaminess)
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1/4 cup vegetable oil (for moistness)
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2 large eggs (binds ingredients)
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2 tbsp black cocoa powder (for color and intense chocolate flavor)
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1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (additional chocolate flavor)
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1 tsp baking powder (leavening agent)
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1/2 tsp baking soda (reacts with buttermilk)
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1/2 tsp salt (balances flavors)
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1 tbsp white vinegar (adds tenderness)
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1 tsp vanilla extract (flavor enhancer)
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black food coloring (gel or paste for desired shade)