Nana’s Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Cake originated in the United States and became popular during the Victorian era. The red color is traditionally achieved by using beetroot juice or food coloring.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Nana’s Red Velvet Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

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
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 package Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream

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 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, combine the buttermilk and vinegar. Add the baking soda and stir well. Add the buttermilk mixture to the batter and mix until just combined.
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. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
7. Place one cake layer on a serving plate 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.
8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

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.