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A stunning red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting, ready to be served.

Quick way to grow your Red Velvet Cake

This recipe provides a quick and easy method to prepare a delicious Red Velvet Cake. It focuses on efficiency while maintaining the classic taste and vibrant color of this popular dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Two 9-inch round baking pans
  • Mixing bowls (medium and large)
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer (for frosting)
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round baking pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a smooth batter forms.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Frosting
  1. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  4. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting.

Notes

For an extra touch, garnish with red velvet cake crumbs or fresh berries.