Passion Fruit Velvet Cake

Passion Fruit Velvet Cake is a delicious and indulgent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This cake is a perfect combination of tangy passion fruit and rich, velvety cake. If you're looking for a show-stopping dessert that will impress your guests, this is the recipe for you!
Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup passion fruit puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt

For the frosting:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup passion fruit puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk and passion fruit puree. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
8. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.

For the frosting:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
3. Add the passion fruit puree, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

To assemble the cake:

1. Place one cake layer on a cake stand or serving plate.
2. Spread a layer of frosting over the top of the cake.
3. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting.
4. Spread a thin layer of frosting over the entire cake to create a crumb coat.
5. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
6. Spread a thick layer of frosting over the entire cake.
7. Decorate the cake with fresh passion fruit or other fruit of your choice.
Passion Fruit Velvet Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a special treat for yourself. The cake is moist and tender, with a tangy passion fruit flavor that is perfectly balanced by the rich, velvety texture of the cake. The frosting is sweet and creamy, with a hint of tangy passion fruit that complements the cake perfectly. This dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more!
Type: Dessert Cake
Main Ingredients: Passion Fruit, Butter, Flour