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Red Velvet Bliss

Experience the Indulgent Delight of Classic Red Velvet Cake

12servings
50 min
Medium
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Red Velvet Bliss

About this recipe

Dive into the luxurious, velvety texture of Red Velvet Bliss. This iconic cake combines a subtle cocoa flavor with a distinctive red hue, creating a visually stunning and delicious centerpiece for any celebration. Its moist crumb and tangy cream cheese frosting promise to delight your taste buds and bring elegance to your dessert table.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

  3. 3

    In a separate large bowl, mix together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until combined.

  4. 4

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until smooth.

  5. 5

    Distribute the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

  6. 6

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.

  8. 8

    Frost with cream cheese frosting once fully cooled.

Chef's tip

This classic red velvet recipe is perfect for special occasions with its vibrant color and decadent flavor. Use gel food coloring for a more vivid red hue if preferred.

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