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Ultimate red velvet cake topped with cream cheese frosting and garnished

The Ultimate Red Velvet Cake

A show-stopping dessert featuring a rich, vibrant red color and subtle cocoa flavor, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Rising Agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the baking soda and vinegar. Gently mix this into the batter.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes in the pans before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  2. Frost with cream cheese frosting or your icing of choice before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure your ingredients are at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.