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Classic Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A decadent slice of red velvet cake with creamy white frosting, showcasing its rich red layers.
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Bake a show-stopping red velvet cake with a tender, moist crumb and rich cream cheese frosting. This recipe delivers a bakery-style cake at home, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, red food coloring, white vinegar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  10. Add the milk or cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
  11. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, then carefully place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake.

Notes

  • For a deeper red color, you can use gel food coloring.
  • Ensure your buttermilk is at room temperature for best results.
  • Chill the cake for about 30 minutes before frosting for easier handling.

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