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Classic Red Velvet Cake

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A classic red velvet cake with rich cocoa undertones and creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together the cake flour and cocoa powder in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together the softened butter, vegetable oil, and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated.
  5. Mix in the buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter between the prepared pans.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar for frosting, then frost the cake.

Notes

Measure flour accurately and store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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