Red Velvet Dream Cake: An Indulgent Homemade Delight to Savor
Enjoy the rich and velvety goodness of a homemade red velvet cake that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring (to desired color)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Frost with cream cheese frosting and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle cocoa powder between layers before frosting.
- This cake pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg