Red Velvet Recipe
Make Red Velvet 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 Ingredients
Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until well combined.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
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 allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is fluffy and well combined.
- 9
Frost the Cakes
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.