As the countdown begins and anticipation fills the air, what better way to welcome the New Year than with a sensational Red Velvet Cake? This exquisite recipe promises to be the star of your evening celebration, boasting layers of vibrant red cake, complemented by a luxurious cream cheese frosting. Prepare to indulge in a dessert that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also adds an extra dash of elegance to your New Year's Eve gathering.
Ingredients 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
Cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Preparation Time:Approximately 25 minutes for preparation, 25-30 minutes for baking, plus cooling and frosting time.
Method- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on wire racks.
- Once the cakes are cooled, apply a generous layer of cream cheese frosting between the layers and on top of the cake.
- For an elegant touch, decorate the cake with red velvet crumbs or chocolate shavings.
- Slice and serve this divine Red Velvet Cake as the crowning glory of your New Year's evening celebration, delighting in its velvety texture and rich flavors.