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Perfect Taurus Black Velvet Chocolate Cake Recipe with Easy Gold Star Decorations

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A rich, indulgent black velvet chocolate cake inspired by the Taurus zodiac sign, featuring a silky crumb and decorated with edible gold stars for a celestial touch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 3/4 cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups (350 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon black food coloring gel (optional)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream
  • 20–25 edible gold stars or gold leaf sheets
  • Optional: edible glitter for extra sparkle

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and black food coloring gel if using.
  5. With mixer on low, add dry ingredients in three parts alternating with buttermilk in two parts, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and smooth tops. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar on low speed to avoid sugar cloud. Add vanilla and heavy cream, then beat on medium-high until fluffy and spreadable.
  9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thick layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer. Frost top and sides smoothly.
  10. Decorate by carefully placing edible gold stars or gold leaf pieces on the frosting using fingers or a small brush.

Notes

Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for best color and flavor. If frosting is too soft, chill for 15 minutes before decorating. Avoid overmixing batter to keep cake light. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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Keywords: black velvet cake, chocolate cake, Taurus cake, zodiac cake, gold star decoration, easy chocolate cake, celebration cake

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