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Red Velvet Cake with Buttermilk

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A classic Red Velvet Cake made with buttermilk and topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon red food dye
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Cream your softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vegetable oil, buttermilk, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red food dye until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Combine the cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
  8. Beat together the cream cheese and butter for frosting until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering frosting between the cooled cake layers, and cover the outside with frosting as well.
  10. Serve and enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Cake!

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and an oven thermometer to ensure correct baking temperatures.

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