Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Cake is a beloved dessert known for its vivid red hue and delightful flavor. The cake is moist, featuring subtle cocoa notes and a creamy tang from buttermilk. Finished with a rich cream cheese frosting, it is a favorite for various occasions. Be it a birthday, holiday, or a craving for a sweet indulgence, Red Velvet Cake delivers a wonderful treat.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 tbsp red food coloring
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.
4. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk mixture to the creamed butter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese, softened butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
9. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top of one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.

Keywords: Red Velvet Cake, Celebration, Homemade, Baking, Cream Cheese Frosting

Spice Rack: Cocoa Powder, Vanilla Extract

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