The classic American cake with vibrant red color and creamy cream cheese frosting - a showstopping dessert perfect for special occasions.
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, oil, vanilla, and red food coloring until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Don't overmix.
Pour into greased cake tins and bake at 180°C (160°C fan) for 35 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
Beat cream cheese and butter together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Gradually add sifted icing sugar, beating until smooth and creamy.
Once cakes are completely cool, spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides.
Ingredients
- plain flour 300 g
- caster sugar 300 g
- eggs 2
- buttermilk 240 ml
- vegetable oil 120 ml
- cocoa powder 2 EL
- vanilla extract 1 TL
- baking powder 1 TL
- bicarbonate of soda 1 TL
- red food coloring 2 EL
- cream cheese 1
- unsalted butter 200 g
- icing sugar 400 g
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Frequently asked questions
How many servings does Red Velvet Cake make?
The recipe Red Velvet Cake is designed for 12 servings. Use the portion calculator on this page to easily adjust the quantities.
How long does it take to make Red Velvet Cake?
Preparation takes about 30 minutes and baking about 35 minutes – roughly 65 minutes in total.
How long does Red Velvet Cake keep?
Red Velvet Cake tastes best fresh. Well covered and stored in a cool place, the cake usually keeps for 2–3 days; many cakes can also be frozen.
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