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Green Velvet Cake Recipe

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This Green Velvet Cake is a festive and delicious twist on the classic red velvet cake, perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any special occasion. The vibrant green hue, combined with a rich buttermilk flavor, cocoa, and a touch of vinegar, creates a moist and tender cake. Topped with a smooth vanilla buttercream and a stunning gold drip, this cake is a showstopper that will impress your guests at any celebration. Try this easy-to-make green velvet cake recipe for a memorable and flavorful treat!

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • Eggs
  • Oil
  • Buttermilk
  • Vinegar
  • Melted butter
  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Cocoa powder
  • Salt
  • Baking soda
  • Green food coloring

For the buttercream frosting:

  • Egg whites
  • Powdered sugar
  • Butter
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt

For the gold drip:

  • Coconut oil
  • Powdered sugar
  • Gold dust

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, buttermilk, vinegar, and melted butter.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  • Add green food coloring and mix well.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Freeze for 30 minutes to speed up the cooling if necessary.
  • To make the buttercream, whisk egg whites and powdered sugar on high speed until fluffy. Gradually add softened butter, vanilla, and salt. Continue whipping until smooth.
  • Once the cakes are cooled, layer them with buttercream frosting and smooth the outside of the cake.
  • For the gold drip, mix melted coconut oil, powdered sugar, and gold dust. Drizzle over the top of the cake for a shiny, elegant finish.

Notes

  • To add a tangy flavor, you can substitute the vanilla buttercream with cream cheese frosting.
  • You can use any food coloring to change the cake’s color.
  • Add a teaspoon of almond or lemon extract for a different flavor profile.
  • If you don't have coconut oil, you can substitute it with vegetable oil or heavy cream for the gold drip.

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