Red Velvet Cake with Ermine Icing

Red Velvet Cake is believed to have originated in the United States during the Victorian era. The red color is traditionally achieved by adding beet juice or food coloring.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Red Velvet Cake with Ermine Icing

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, 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: 5400

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 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 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 bowl, cream together the butter and 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 the vinegar and baking soda, then gently fold it into the batter.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. To make the ermine icing, whisk together the flour and milk in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
7. In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Gradually add the cooled flour mixture and beat until smooth.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of ermine icing on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining icing. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
9. Enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Cake with Ermine Icing!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 45g

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.