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Red Velvet Dreams

Red Velvet Dreams

A luscious red velvet cake with creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations and sweet cravings.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar

Frosting

  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  • In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
  • Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until smooth and combined.
  • Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  • Frost the cooled cakes as desired and serve.

Notes

This classic red velvet cake is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.