Description
Indulge in this classic Red Velvet Cake, featuring a moist and fluffy texture, vibrant color, and a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 ½ 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
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Ensure the batter is smooth and pourable; add more buttermilk if needed.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Mix in vanilla extract and adjust consistency with milk if needed.
- Level the tops of the cakes if domed.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread cream cheese frosting on top.
- Place the second layer on top and press gently.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with remaining cream cheese frosting.
- Add sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries for decoration (optional).
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for a firmer frosting.
- Slice and enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Cake!
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- You can adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your desired color intensity.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of almond extract to the frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes