Red Velvet Cake
Moist, tender cake with a hint of cocoa and tangy cream cheese frosting. This stunning red velvet cake is perfect for special occasions with its vibrant color and velvety texture.
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35m
12
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Prepare pans
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- 3
Combine wet ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla.
- 4
Make batter
Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- 5
Bake cakes
Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool cakes
Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- 7
Make frosting
Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until smooth.
- 8
Assemble cake
Place one layer on serving plate, spread with frosting. Top with second layer and frost entire cake. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
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Everything you need to know about making this red velvet cake
How long does it take to make Red Velvet Cake?
The listed total time is 65 minutes. Prep time is 35 minutes and cooking time is 30 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Red Velvet Cake recipe make?
This recipe yields 12 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Red Velvet Cake recipe?
The listed difficulty level is medium.