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A vibrant, dark gothic-style blackberry cake decorated with glossy blackberries and edible silver accents, layered elegantly on a black slate plate, with a moody dark background and soft lighting emphasizing the rich textures and deep purple hues of the cake and fresh fruit.

Decadent Blackberry Cake Easy Goth Dessert

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A rich and moist blackberry cake layered with blackberry jam and topped with dark buttercream frosting, ideal for goth-themed parties and elegant desserts.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • Blackberry jam for filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined.
  5. Fold in blackberries gently into the batter.
  6. Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool, then spread blackberry jam between layers and frost with black buttercream. Decorate with fresh blackberries.

Notes

  • Ensure blackberries are fresh for the best flavor.
  • You can substitute blackberry jam with fresh blackberries for added texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Dessert
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 410 Kcal
  • Sugar: 42g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg
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