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A beautifully frosted green velvet cake topped with festive sprinkles.

The Ultimate St. Patrick’s Day Green Velvet Cake Recipe


  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This St. Patrick’s Day Green Velvet Cake is a fun twist on classic red velvet, featuring a vibrant green color, a rich, moist texture, and a tangy cream cheese frosting. It’s the perfect festive dessert for any St. Patrick’s Day celebration.


Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon green food coloring

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven & Prepare Pans

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients

    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients

    • In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
    • Add green food coloring and mix well.
  • Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

    • Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth.
  • Bake the Cake

    • Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.
  • Make the Frosting

    • Beat cream cheese and butter together until creamy.
    • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
    • Add milk if needed for a spreadable consistency.
  • Assemble & Decorate

    • Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread frosting on top.
    • Add the second layer and frost the entire cake.
    • Decorate with green sprinkles or shamrock-shaped decorations.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for a more intense green color.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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