Reduce speed to low. Add cocoa mixture in 2 batches, alternating with the buttermilk. Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake until a cake tester inserted into centre comes out clean, about 35 ...

Blue velvet cake is made of flour, sugar, eggs, white vinegar and buttermilk, non-Dutch processed cocoa powder and, oftentimes, vanilla. Some recipes also call for almond flavoring too.

Grease two 20cm/8in cake tins and line the bases with baking paper. Sift together the flour, cocoa, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder and salt. In a jug, whisk together the buttermilk and food ...

Sift the flour, cocoa and baking soda and mix ... Beat in the icing sugar and then the buttermilk. Place in a piping bag and pipe onto cake.

To make the cake, in a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add the coffee and whisk until no lumps remain. Add the eggs, buttermilk ...

it's formidable enough to play an integral role in the cake's identity. Moreover, the cocoa, together with buttermilk, produces a hint of tang that serves to balance the sweetness. The end result?