Bloody Red Velvet Cake
Indulge in the delicious flavors of Bloody Red Velvet Cake, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- bakeware
- oven
- mixer
- Spatula
- measuring cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Cake Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Add red food coloring and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the vinegar, then pour the batter into prepared bakeware.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
- Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until creamy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Frost the cooled cake with the cream cheese frosting.
Notes
This cake is best served chilled and can be decorated with additional red velvet crumbs or chocolate shavings for a dramatic effect.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
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