Question

How do I make Red Velvet cake?

Answer 1

To make a classic Red Velvet cake, you'll need the following ingredients:

For the cake:

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

For the cream cheese frosting:

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional garnish:

• Red velvet cake crumbs or sprinkles

Now, let's proceed with the instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

3. In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are incorporated. Avoid overmixing.

5. Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and continue beating until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.

9. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on the top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the sides and the top of the cake with the remaining frosting. Smooth the frosting with a spatula or a cake scraper for a clean finish.

10. Optionally, you can garnish the cake with red velvet cake crumbs or sprinkles for an extra touch.

Now, your Red Velvet cake is ready to be enjoyed! Remember to store it in the refrigerator to keep it fresh, especially due to the cream cheese frosting.