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The Ultimate Moist Southern Red Velvet Cake with Classic Cream Cheese Frosting

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A classic Southern red velvet cake with a striking crimson hue, velvety texture, and creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup red food coloring (liquid or gel)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened for frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
  6. Incorporate Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk mixture until combined.
  7. Divide and Bake: Divide the batter between cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the Cakes: Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the Frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  10. Frost the Cake: Once cooled, frost the top of one cake layer, add the second layer, and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is softened to room temperature before creaming. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for 5-7 days.

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Keywords: red velvet, cake, Southern dessert, cream cheese frosting, birthday cake

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