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Red Velvet Delight

Red Velvet Delight

This classic Red Velvet Delight features a rich, moist cake with a smooth cream cheese frosting, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.
  • Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth and well combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
  • For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
  • Spread frosting evenly between the two cake layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
  • Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to set the frosting.

Notes

For best results, use fresh buttermilk and allow the cake to rest in the fridge overnight for deeper flavors.