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Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream

Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream
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Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream, a truly enchanting dessert that adds a festive touch to any celebration. This cake is known for its striking red color and moist texture, perfectly complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, anniversary, or simply treating yourself, this show-stopping dessert is sure to impress everyone at the table. With easy-to-follow steps and accessible ingredients, even novice bakers can create this delightful masterpiece. Prepare to savor every bite of this classic American treat!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 12 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 5–6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for fluffier texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two or three round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture and mix until just smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 28-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to racks.
  6. For the cream cheese buttercream frosting, beat softened butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar while mixing until fluffy.

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