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Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Cake Recipe

Make stunning red velvet cake with velvety texture and cream cheese frosting. Includes tips for perfect color and flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine amercian
Servings 12
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Cream cheese frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper circles.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • In a small bowl, combine the red food coloring and white vinegar. Add to batter and mix until evenly colored.
  • Divide batter evenly between cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Make frosting: Beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy.
  • Frost cooled cake.

Notes

Use accurate measuring tools. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.