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Red Velvet Cake

Delightful Red Velvet Cake with Creamy Dreamy Frosting

This delightful Red Velvet Cake is a moist treat perfect for any gathering, featuring rich cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Ensure it's unsweetened.
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Can use melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large eggs For vegan, substitute with flax eggs.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Substitute with milk + vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Skip for natural alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Can swap for buttercream or whipped cream.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract No substitutions needed.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs, buttermilk, and red food coloring, stirring until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25–30 minutes.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth, then add vanilla extract.
  8. Once cakes are cooled, frost the top of one layer, stack the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing for a light texture.

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