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Classic Red Velvet Cake
The iconic Southern cake with its distinctive red color, subtle cocoa flavor, and tangy cream cheese frosting.
Medium⏱️ 1 hour🍽️ 16 slices🔥 380 cal
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🥄 Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
📝 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare three 9-inch round pans.
- 2
Mix flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa in a large bowl.
- 3
In another bowl, whisk oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar.
- 4
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just smooth.
- 5
Divide among pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- 6
Cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Gel food coloring gives a more vibrant red without affecting texture.
- ✓The vinegar reacts with baking soda for a tender crumb.
- ✓Always use cream cheese frosting for authentic flavor.
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hour
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