Description
A deliciously moist Red Velvet Cake with creamy frosting.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two heart-shaped cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat vegetable oil and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide the batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cakes generously between layers and on top.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Use gel food coloring for the best color and consistency.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg