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Red Velvet Cake

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A visually stunning Red Velvet Cake with a subtle cocoa taste and rich flavor, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder in a mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar in another bowl.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.

Notes

Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Use high-quality red food coloring for vibrant results. Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure a lighter cake.

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