Red Devil's Food Cake

Indulge in the decadent allure of Red Devil's Food Cake, a rich and vibrant twist on classic devil's food cake that’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate. This moist, tender dessert blends the bold flavors of unsweetened cocoa and hot coffee with the tangy touch of buttermilk for a depth of flavor that’s irresistibly chocolatey yet balanced. The addition of red food coloring gives this cake its signature striking hue, making it a showstopper for celebrations or special occasions. Prepared in just 20 minutes and baked to perfection in under half an hour, this two-layer masterpiece is perfect for pairing with a smooth cream cheese frosting. Whether you're hosting a party or satisfying a sweet tooth, this Red Devil's Food Cake is sure to impress with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Hot coffee
• 2 teaspoons Red food coloring

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar using a handheld or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients (dry, buttermilk, dry). Mix just until combined.

Step 6

Stir in the hot coffee and red food coloring until the batter is smooth and evenly colored. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Step 10

Frost and decorate as desired. A classic cream cheese frosting pairs beautifully with this cake.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1015.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3317.2

Total Fat 125.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 630.3mg	0%
Sodium 2602.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 560.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.4g	0%
Total Sugars 304.0g
Protein 61.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 260.2mg	0%
Iron 32.3mg	0%
Potassium 2305.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.2%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 62.0%