Savannah's Perfectly Ravishing Red Velvet Cake

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 sticks butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 tsp red food coloring
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 2 sticks butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2-3 tbsp milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Stir in the buttermilk, food coloring, and vinegar until everything is evenly combined.
8. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
10. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
11. Stir in the vanilla extract and enough milk to reach desired consistency.
12. Spread frosting between the two cake layers and on the top and sides of the cake.
13. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Red velvet cake originated in the United States in the late 19th century.
• The distinctive red color of red velvet cake comes from the addition of food coloring.
• The cake is traditionally served with a cream cheese frosting.