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Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake

A moist and rich chocolate cake layered with a tart blackberry filling and topped with fluffy whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Gothic
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature
  • 0.75 cup vegetable oil (180 ml)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup hot water (120 ml)
Blackberry Filling
  • 1.5 cups fresh or frozen blackberries (225 grams)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml)
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar (30 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration
  • Fresh blackberries for decoration
  • Edible flowers for decoration
  • Dark chocolate shavings for decoration
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch or 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In one bowl, mix all the dry ingredients; in another, whisk together the wet ones.
  3. Combine the two bowls, then stir in the hot water—it adds moisture!
  4. Divide the batter into the pans and bake for 30–35 minutes. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
Blackberry Filling
  1. In a saucepan, cook the blackberries and sugar until juicy. Add the cornstarch slurry and lemon juice, stirring until thickened.
  2. Let it cool fully.
Whipping Cream
  1. Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until you achieve stiff peaks.
Assembly
  1. Spread the blackberry filling between the cake layers, top with whipped cream, and decorate with more berries, chocolate shavings, or edible flowers.
  2. Chill the completed cake for at least 1 hour before slicing for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For best results, allow the cake to chill before serving. Additionally, room temperature eggs will yield a softer texture, and gently combine wet and dry ingredients to achieve the perfect crumb.