Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Blackberry Velvet Cake
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1/2 cup black cocoa powder
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1/2 cup cocoa powder
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1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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3 large eggs
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup coconut oil or olive oil
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/4 cup fresh blackberry puree
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1 cup buttermilk
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Purple or red food coloring (optional)
→ For the Blackberry Filling
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2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 cinnamon stick
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2 tbsp water
→ For the Chocolate Ganache
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate (chopped)
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1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powders, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy (3–5 minutes). Beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla extract. Combine blackberry puree, buttermilk, and oil. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and blackberry mixture to the batter, mixing just until combined. Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
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Cook blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat for 5–7 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch slurry until thickened. Cool and strain to remove seeds if desired.
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Heat cream until it simmers. Pour over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let sit for 2–3 minutes. Stir until smooth. Add butter if desired. Cool slightly until thickened but pourable.
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Trim cake layers for evenness. Place the first layer on a cake stand. Spread a thin ganache layer, then add the blackberry filling. Top with the second cake layer. Pour ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
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Garnish with fresh blackberries or chocolate skulls. Let ganache set for 20–30 minutes. Slice and enjoy!
# Notes:
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This stunning Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake combines velvety soft blackberry-infused layers with rich chocolate ganache and a tangy blackberry filling. It's perfect for Halloween, gothic-themed events, or any time you want a show-stopping dessert. Garnish with chocolate skulls or fresh blackberries for a hauntingly beautiful touch!
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For deeper color, add food coloring to the cake batter and filling.
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Use fresh or frozen blackberries; frozen may take slightly longer to cook.
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Make ahead: Cake layers and filling can be prepared a day in advance.