Description
A delicious and visually stunning red velvet layer cake topped with creamy vanilla frosting, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon 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
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Add heavy cream if desired for a lighter texture.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, add the second layer, and frost again. Repeat with the third layer and frost the sides of the cake.
- Decorate as desired and serve.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- For a richer flavor, let the cake sit overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Cake, Layer Cake, Vanilla Frosting, Festive Dessert