If you're a fan of cakes, then you might have heard of the iconic Red Velvet Cake. This dessert is a classic in the baking world and is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the soft sponge and tangy cream cheese frosting is truly irresistible. So, let's get started on making this delicious and moist Red Velvet Cake!
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 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
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.5. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5-10 minutes before removing them from the pans and placing them on a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting between the two layers of cake and on top of the cake.
9. Serve and enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Cake!
