Lil Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Make Lil Red Velvet Cake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cake
Cream Cheese Frosting
Decoration (optional)
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
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
Cream Cheese Frosting Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Add Flavor and Sweetness
Mix in the vanilla extract and gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Assembling the Cake
- 9
Frost the First Layer
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
- 10
Add the Second Layer
Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the frosted layer and press down gently.
- 11
Frost the Entire Cake
Spread cream cheese frosting over the top and sides of the cake until fully covered.
- 12
Decorate (optional)
Top with fresh raspberries and chocolate shavings if desired.
