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Southern Style Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Decadent Southern Style Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Experience the rich flavors of Southern Style Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, a festive dessert that delights with every slice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Ensure freshness
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Provides a subtle chocolate flavor
  • 1 cups Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist
  • 1 cups Buttermilk Creates tenderness
  • 2 large Eggs Adds richness
  • 1-2 tablespoons Red Food Coloring For iconic color
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar Boosts tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use full-fat for best texture
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Bring to room temperature
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smoothness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances richness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cake pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two round cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, mix together vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, vinegar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Stir in the red food coloring until batter is evenly colored.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Once cakes are cooled, frost the top of one layer, add the second layer, and frost the sides and top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure ingredient freshness and avoid overmixing the batter. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.

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