Purple Velvet Blackberry Dump Cake
Oh honey, do I have a treat for you! You know how every diva needs a signature color? Well, this Purple Velvet Blackberry Dump Cake is about to be your signature dessert.
It’s got all the lusciousness of a velvety cake, the sweetness of ripe blackberries, and best of all—it’s as easy as pouring yourself a glass of wine after a long day. Just dump, bake, and serve!
I love a good dump cake, but this one is extra special. The vibrant purple hue gives it an elegant edge, and the blackberries make it feel like you’re indulging in something positively royal.
Don’t worry if you think this cake is too fancy to be easy. Oh no, darling, it’s all about the “dump and go.”
With a few simple ingredients and almost no effort, you’ll have a dessert that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen.
So put on your favorite purple apron (you do have one, right?) and let’s bake this cake that’s guaranteed to make you feel fabulous.
Whether you’re serving it to guests or just enjoying a quiet slice on the couch—no judgment here—this cake is pure perfection.
Don’t forget to top it with a little whipped cream for extra diva points!
Purple Velvet Blackberry Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blackberries or frozen, thawed
- 1 box purple velvet cake mix substitute red velvet if needed and add purple food coloring
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon for extra depth
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the blackberries evenly across the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle sugar and vanilla extract over the berries to give them a little extra sweetness.
- In a bowl, combine the purple velvet cake mix, baking powder, and salt. Pour the milk into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the cake batter over the blackberries. Don’t worry about perfection—this is a dump cake after all!
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly. You want that middle to still be a little gooey, trust me.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Finishing Flourishes
Add some zing by mixing in 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the blackberry layer for a tart twist.
Mix in some cream cheese chunks in the blackberry layer before adding the cake mix for a creamy surprise in every bite.
Sprinkle slivered almonds on top before baking for a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor that complements the blackberries.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve this cake in elegant dessert dishes with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh blackberry on top.
For a more dramatic look, mix purple food coloring into some canned frosting and swirl it on top.
Or, go full diva and dust a little edible glitter over the whipped cream for a sparkling finish. Trust me, your guests will be talking about this fabulous cake long after their plates are clean!
Ready to indulge in the magic of purple velvet?
Grab your cake mix and blackberries, and let’s make this Purple Velvet Blackberry Dump Cake your new go-to treat!
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