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Red Velvet Cake

Irresistible Red Velvet Cake with Creamy Frosting Bliss

This Red Velvet Cake features a velvety texture and creamy frosting, making it a centerpiece for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Creates the structure, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Provides a hint of chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist and tender.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Adds moisture and acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring Deepens the iconic crimson hue.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar Reacts with the baking soda.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Forms the creamy base for frosting.
  • 0.5 cups Butter Adds richness and creaminess.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • sifter
  • Cake Pans
  • cooling rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder in a mixing bowl.
  3. In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, food coloring, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture; don’t overmix.
  5. Stir in the vinegar to the batter and mix gently.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, frost the first layer, add the second layer, and decorate with more frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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