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A beautifully frosted red velvet cake with vibrant red sponge layers and fluffy cream cheese frosting, garnished with red velvet crumbs on top and sides.

Red Velvet Cake Recipe

Red VelvetCake is a timeless dessert loved for its rich flavor, velvety texture, andiconic red hue. This recipe will guide you through making a soft, moist, andutterly delightful red velvet cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Round cake pans preferably non-stick
  • Parchment paper for lining pans
  • Cooling racks
  • Stand Mixers

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups 310g all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups 300g granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups 360ml vegetable oil
  • 1 cup 240ml buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons 30ml red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz 226g cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups 480g powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Batter

  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 3: Bake

  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 4: Prepare the Frosting

  • Beat the cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Assemble the Cake

  • Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top.
  • Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  • Decorate as desired – you can add cake crumbs, sprinkles, or fresh fruits.
Keyword Red Velvet Cake Recipe