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Delish Red Velvet Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delish Red Velvet Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This rich and delicious red velvet layer cake is topped with creamy cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, eggs, oil, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients, and mix well. Add the vinegar and stir until just combined.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix until fluffy.
  • Frost the top of one cake layer, place the other on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  • Slice and serve your delicious red velvet cake!

Notes

This cake is perfect for celebrations and pairs wonderfully with a glass of milk.