Red Velvet Birthday Cake
This dreamy Red Velvet Birthday Cake delivers a rich, creamy taste and a stunning crimson hue, making it perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Frosting Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese for frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar for frosting
- 0.5 cup butter for frosting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pans before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
- For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate as desired and serve!
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and fluffier cake. If you’re out of buttermilk, mix regular milk with a splash of vinegar and let it sit for a few minutes. Don't rush the cooling process; frosting a warm cake leads to melty messes. Toss in some chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture if desired.