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Easy Homemade Red Velvet Cake Recipe – The Best Classic Dessert

Easy Homemade Red Velvet Cake Recipe | Classic Dessert
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Learn how to make the perfect red velvet cake with this easy recipe that combines rich flavors and a beautiful appearance.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and oil until well mixed.
  3. Add the eggs and buttermilk, and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Stir in the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
  7. Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Using buttermilk helps keep the cake moist.
  • You can adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red.

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