Red velvet cake is a classic dessert known for its striking red color contrasted with the creamy white of cream cheese frosting. It’s a favorite for celebrations, particularly because of its stunning appearance and delicious taste. This recipe will guide you through making a moist and fluffy red velvet cake from scratch, paired with a rich cream cheese frosting that complements the cake’s cocoa flavor beautifully.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring (use more for a deeper red)
- 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- A pinch of salt