Extra Moist 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 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Extra Moist Red Velvet Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

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

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour 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 mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar and baking soda, then fold it into the batter.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. 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. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving platter and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
9. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21g33%

Total Carbohydrate 54g18%

Sugars 38g

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.