Red Velvet Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety delight of Red Velvet Cake, a classic dessert that is sure to impress. With its striking red hue and luscious cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any sweet craving. Easy to make and absolutely delicious, it’s a showstopper for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients without over-mixing.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes in their pans before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar.
- Frost cooled cake layers and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Customize your cake by swapping buttermilk with yogurt or adding espresso powder for depth. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.