Description
Red velvet birthday cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines rich cocoa flavor with a stunning red hue and creamy cream cheese frosting. This delightful cake is perfect for celebrations, creating unforgettable moments around the table. With a velvety texture and vibrant appearance, it’s sure to impress your guests at any gathering. Enjoy making this easy-to-follow recipe that captures the magic of birthdays in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with vinegar)
- 2 tbsp red gel food coloring
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- Cream cheese frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Stir in buttermilk and red food coloring until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula; do not overmix.
- Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg