Black Velvet Cake Recipe - The Recipe Critic

"Come to the dark side with this gorgeous black velvet cake! Not only is it a showstopper and perfect for any Halloween party, but supremely moist and delicious to boot! Each bite is loaded with the most amazing cocoa flavor...."

INGREDIENTS
1 cup granulated sugar
⅔ cup dark brown sugar (packed)
⅔ cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup black cocoa powder
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (not dutch process)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup buttermilk
⅓ cup sour cream
1 cup hot coffee
1 cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup black cocoa powder
4 tablespoons flour
1 ¼ cup milk
1 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 dash salt
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