Blackberry Velvet Gothic Cake: A Dark, Lush Dessert Dream

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Velvet Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g)
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 g)
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75 g)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil (180 ml)
• 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup hot water (120 ml)

For the Blackberry Filling

• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries (225 g)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Whipped Cream Topping

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30 g)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Decoration

• Fresh blackberries
• Edible flowers
• Dark chocolate shavings
• Cocoa powder, for dusting

Directions:

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