Red Velvet Cake | How To Make Red Velvet Cake | Step By Step Recipe Of Red Velvet Cake
Red velvet cake is famous for its rich Redcolor and soft, sensitive texture. Its creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting and cocoa notes distinguish it.
Buttermilk, vinegar, and cocoa powder give the cake a velvety crumb. These ingredients give the cake a delicate texture and chocolate flavor. Originally, cocoa and vinegar caused the red color, but now red food coloring is used.
Red Velvet cake is traditionally baked in layers, creating a visually appealing cake that is perfect for celebrations or special occasions. The layers are often filled and coated with a delectable cream cheese icing. Cream cheese frosting complements the sweet, slightly tangy cake.
Weddings, birthdays, and holidays favor the cake's vibrant color and flavor. It is sometimes topped with ornamental components like as red velvet crumbs, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries to improve its aesthetic attractiveness.
Red Velvet cake is a definite crowd-pleaser, featuring a delicious blend of tastes and textures. Its unusual ingredients and exquisite appearance make it a distinctive dessert that will wow and please sweet tooths.
INGREDIENTS:-
For the Cake:
▢ 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
▢ 2 cups granulated sugar
▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
▢1 teaspoon salt
▢ 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
▢ 1 cup vegetable oil
▢ 1 cup buttermilk
▢ 2 large eggs
▢ 2 tablespoons red food coloring
▢ 1 teaspoon white vinegar
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
▢ 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
▢ ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
▢ 4 cups powdered sugar
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS:
Step 1: Turn the oven temperature up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Put some butter and flour in two circular cake pans about 9 inches in diameter.
Step 2: Combine the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder) in a large bowl using a whisk.
Step 3: Mix the buttermilk, eggs, red food colouring, vinegar, and vanilla essence with the vegetable oil in a separate basin. Stir with a whisk until the liquids are evenly distributed.
Step 4: Mix thoroughly after each addition as you slowly pour the liquids into the dry ingredients. Mix the batter well so that there are no lumps.
Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and spread evenly.
Step 6: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean, in a preheated oven.
Step 7: After 10 minutes, take the pans out of the oven and let the cakes to cool in there. Then place the cakes on a wire rack to cool in the refrigerator.
Step 8: Make the cream cheese icing while the cakes are cooling. Cream cheese and butter should be melted before being combined in a mixing dish and beaten until smooth and creamy.
Step 9: Add the powdered sugar gradually, one cup at a time, while beating the mixture. To the frosting, add the vanilla extract and mix well until smooth.
Step 10: After the cakes have cooled fully, frost one layer with cream cheese frosting. Cover the first cake layer with the remaining cream cheese frosting and place the second cake layer on top.
Step 11: After you've finished decorating the cake, put it in the fridge for at least an hour so the flavours can blend.
Cut up the handmade Red Velvet cake and serve it up!
Note:
Keep a close check on the cakes while they bake to prevent them from burning; the baking time may vary somewhat depending on your oven. Have fun eating that Red Velvet cake!
