Red Velvet Cake
Red Velvet Cake is a stunning dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. Its striking red hue and velvety texture make it the perfect centerpiece for celebrations or an indulgent treat just for yourself. Whether for birthdays, anniversaries, or festive gatherings, this cake promises to delight every palate and leave a lasting impression.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In a large bowl, mix sugar and oil until well combined. Add buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar; mix until smooth.
- Gradually stir in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg