Velvet Cake

The red velvet cake originated in the United States and became popular during the Victorian era. The red color was traditionally achieved through the reaction between natural cocoa powder and acidic ingredients like buttermilk and vinegar.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Velvet Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup 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 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda

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 flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
4. In a small bowl, combine buttermilk and vinegar. Add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture, followed by the buttermilk mixture. Mix in the remaining flour mixture until just combined.
5. In a small bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water, then gently fold into the batter.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite frosting and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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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.