Green Velvet Cake (Printable version)
A stunning emerald twist on classic red velvet with cocoa notes and creamy frosting.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cake Batter
01 - 2½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 tsp baking soda
04 - ½ tsp salt
05 - 1½ cups granulated sugar
06 - 1 cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
09 - 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
10 - 1 tsp white vinegar
11 - 1–1½ tbsp green gel food coloring
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
12 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
13 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
14 - 3½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
15 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
16 - Pinch of salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
04 - Stir in buttermilk, vanilla extract, vinegar, and green food coloring. Whisk until the mixture is evenly green.
05 - Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, mixing just until incorporated.
06 - Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
07 - Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks and let cool completely.
08 - Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; beat until light and creamy.
09 - Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread frosting over top. Place second layer on top and frost entire cake. Decorate with green sprinkles or cake crumbs if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The stunning emerald crumb makes everyone pause and smile before they even take a bite
- That signature velvet texture stays incredibly moist for days thanks to the oil
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- Gel food coloring is worth the extra cost for that vibrant true green without thinning the batter
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the batter from curdling and ensure even baking
03 -
- Tap the pans on the counter before baking to release any air bubbles
- Trim the dome tops for flat layers and use those crumbs for decoration