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Recipe of Red Velvet Cake
Red Velvet Cake is an iconic American dessert known for its rich, moist, and velvety texture, along with its striking red color. This classic recipe combines the flavors of buttermilk, cocoa, and a hint of vanilla, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. It's a favorite for special occasions or as a delightful treat anytime. Follow these steps to create your own Red Velvet Cake and indulge in a slice of American culinary history.
Recipe Summary
Preparation45 min
Servings12
Difficulty
Intermediate
CategoryCakes
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
Cream cheese frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
Step 5
Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 8
For the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until well combined.
Step 9
Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
Step 10
Decorate as desired, and slice to enjoy your homemade Red Velvet Cake.
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Red Velvet Cake and get the best results.
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Red Velvet Cake to give a different touch to your preparation.
Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 45 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 12 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.