Indulge in the decadent goodness of a homemade red velvet cake topped with rich cream cheese frosting.

This red velvet cake is moist, fluffy, and has a hint of cocoa flavor that pairs perfectly with the tangy cream cheese frosting. With its vibrant red color and irresistible taste, this dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 tbsp red food coloring
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp white distilled vinegar
• For the cream cheese frosting:
• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
8. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
9. Frost the cooled cakes with the cream cheese frosting, and enjoy!

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