Red Velvet Cake Story

Red Velvet Cake

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This moist Red Velvet Cake is a classic. It's such an easy recipe that's made completely from scratch. It's soft and velvety with a silky cream cheese frosting to complement the layers.

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Cream the sugar and fats.

01 In a large bowl, cream the butter, oil, and sugar together until pale in color.

Add flavor & coloring.

02 Add the cocoa powder and red dye then mix until well combined.

Add the flour.

03 Combine the remaining dry ingredients and add half to the cocoa mixture. Learn About Flour

And wet ingredients.

04 Mix in the vinegar and buttermilk, followed by the remaining flour mixture.

Bake

05 Divide the cake batter between two 9-inch round cake pans and bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.

Make the frosting.

06 Beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Add the confectioner's sugar and vanilla then mix until well combined.

Frost

07 Spread ⅓ of the frosting over one of the cake layers.

Layer cake.

08 Top with the second cake layer and continue to frost the top and sides of the cake.

Enjoy!

09 Cover and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. Or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring it to room temperature before serving. Get the recipe