Easy Red Velvet Cake

Red velvet cake is believed to have originated in the United States during the Victorian era. The red color is traditionally achieved using beetroot juice, but nowadays red food coloring is commonly used.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Easy Red Velvet Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Heavy cream
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring.
4. In a small bowl, mix the buttermilk, vinegar, and baking soda. Add the buttermilk mixture to the large bowl and mix until well combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of the cream cheese frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides with the remaining frosting.
9. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving.
10. Enjoy your delicious Easy Red Velvet Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.