Blue velvet cake is a vibrant, moist, and delicious dessert that’s an eye-catching variation of the classic red velvet cake. This cake features a rich, fluffy crumb with the perfect balance of sweetness and a hint of cocoa, complemented by the stunning blue hue that makes it a showstopper at any celebration. Let’s go through the steps to make this colorful cake that will surely impress your guests!
Ingredients
- ½ cup Crisco (or vegetable shortening)
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 ounce royal blue gel paste food color
- 2 drops violet gel paste food color
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 scant teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
