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A stunning homemade red velvet cake, beautifully frosted with creamy cream cheese frosting, showcasing the vibrant red layers and perfect smooth finish, ready to be served as a delicious dessert.

Best Red Velvet Cake Recipe

Whisk up Red Velvet magic: velvety cocoa layers, painted in vibrant red, dancing with a luscious cream cheese frosting!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling and Frosting: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Calories: 630kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 12

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk or Electric Hand Mixer
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Cake Pans
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling Rack
  • Spatula or Palette Knife
  • Oven
  • Toothpicks
  • Cake Stand

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cocoa powder.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Divide the batter equally among the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake layers to cool in the pans for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the cream cheese frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  • Once the cake layers are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top of one layer, then stack the second layer on top and repeat. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
  • Optional: Decorate with additional red velvet crumbs or as desired.
  • Slice and enjoy your delicious homemade Red Velvet Cake!

Notes

  1. Precision Matters: Accurate measurements are crucial.
  2. Room Temperature Magic: Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
  3. Patience in Cooling: Allow complete cooling before frosting for a polished finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 630kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 360mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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