Description
Irresistible Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful dessert that brings a touch of elegance to any occasion. With its rich, velvety texture and tangy cream cheese frosting, each bite is a celebration of flavor and nostalgia. Perfect for birthdays or an everyday treat, this cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this classic recipe that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix oil and sugar until combined. Add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in buttermilk and red food coloring until well mixed.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg