Purple Velvet Cupcakes with Blackberry Frosting Recipe

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Add purple food coloring until the desired shade is reached.

Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

For the Blackberry Frosting:

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.

Add the blackberries and vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined and smooth.

Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them with the blackberry frosting.