Description
Indulge in the mesmerizing world of desserts with this Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream. With its striking crimson color and velvety texture, this cake is perfect for any celebration, from birthdays to weddings. The combination of rich cocoa and buttermilk creates a unique flavor profile that tantalizes the taste buds, while the smooth cream cheese frosting adds a delightful tangy sweetness. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe is simple to follow and guarantees impressive results that will leave your guests in awe.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring (liquid or gel)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 12 oz cream cheese, softened
- 56 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 12 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for fluffier texture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among prepared pans and bake for 28-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before frosting with whipped cream cheese buttercream made by beating softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg