A festive and delicious red velvet cake perfect for Christmas celebrations, bringing family and friends together.
Author:Marianne
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate as desired and serve to bring everyone together!
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the cake sit overnight before serving.
Can be decorated with festive sprinkles or edible glitter for a holiday touch.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.