Red Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Frosting
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cake
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
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
- 9
Frost the Cakes
Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting over the top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 10
Serve
Slice the cake into pieces and serve. Enjoy your delightful Red Velvet Cake!
