Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

Indulge in the classic elegance of Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Icing—a show-stopping dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This moist, ruby-red cake is delicately flavored with a hint of cocoa and tangy buttermilk, perfectly balanced by the velvety richness of a fluffy cream cheese frosting. Vibrant red food coloring gives the cake its iconic hue, while simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and eggs make it delightfully approachable. Perfect for celebrations, this two-layer masterpiece is easy to prepare in just one hour, including baking time! Serve it at your next gathering to captivate guests with its striking color, decadent frosting, and irresistibly soft texture. Ideal keywords: red velvet cake recipe, cream cheese frosting, easy homemade cake, holiday dessert ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 tablespoons red food coloring
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

Step 3

In another large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and distilled white vinegar until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Step 8

To prepare the cream cheese icing, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 10

Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Step 11

Decorate as desired and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to set the frosting. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2429.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9729.4

Total Fat 581.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 255.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.9g
Cholesterol 1417.7mg	0%
Sodium 5538.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1102.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 850.1g
Protein 83.1g	0%

Vitamin D 206.9IU	0%
Calcium 894.4mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 1411.7mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 44.2%