Red Velvet Cake recipes

 

Recipe 1: Classic Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

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

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes 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.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.

Assembly:

  1. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
  2. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting over the top of the first cake layer.
  3. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
  4. Optionally, you can decorate the cake with red velvet cake crumbs or additional red food coloring drizzled on top.

Recipe 2: Red Velvet Cupcakes

Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the Cupcakes:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  7. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.

Assembly:

  1. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost the top of each cupcake with a generous amount of cream cheese frosting.
  2. Optionally, you can decorate the cupcakes with red velvet cake crumbs or red sprinkles.

Conclusion:
These red velvet cake recipes are a perfect balance of moistness and decadence, with the creamy tang of cream cheese frosting complementing the rich red cocoa flavor. Whether you choose a classic layer cake or adorable cupcakes, both desserts are sure to impress and satisfy any sweet craving. So, indulge in the allure of red velvet and enjoy creating these delectable treats for your family and friends. Happy baking!