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Decadent Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulgent Decadent Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Decadent Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a vibrant and rich dessert, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Substitution: gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil Substitution: melted butter can be used but may slightly affect texture.
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature) Substitution: 1 cup milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Cake pans
  • Oven
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, blending until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  6. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter, then adding powdered sugar and vanilla to combine.
  8. Once cooled, frost the cakes and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature before mixing for a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing and allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.

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