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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Cake Batter
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- 7
Make the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
- 8
Assemble the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 9
Serve
Slice and serve your delicious Red Velvet Cake with cream cheese frosting.