Best 2 Homemade Red Velvet Cake Recipes

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**Tantalizing Taste of Red Velvet Cake: A Culinary Delight**

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of red velvet cake, a classic dessert that captivates taste buds with its vibrant color, velvety texture, and tantalizing taste. This beloved confection is often associated with special occasions, bringing joy and indulgence to celebrations. Its iconic red hue, a result of food coloring or natural ingredients like beet juice, creates an eye-catching centerpiece that demands attention. The moist and tender crumb, achieved through a combination of buttermilk, vinegar, and cocoa powder, melts in the mouth, delivering a symphony of flavors. Whether frosted with a rich cream cheese frosting or adorned with decadent chocolate ganache, red velvet cake promises an unforgettable culinary experience. This article presents a collection of red velvet cake recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels, ensuring everyone can savor this delightful treat. From classic recipes that stay true to tradition to innovative variations that add a unique twist, these recipes offer a range of options to satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE RED VELVET CAKE



Homemade Red Velvet Cake image

Hope Meece of Ambia, Indiana took a cherished family recipe, downsized it for a pair, and came up with this cute rendition of a luscious old classic.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons butter, softened
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1 tablespoon red liquid food coloring
3/4 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the sour cream, egg, food coloring, vinegar and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. , Pour into three 5x3x2-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 14-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cover; cool to room temperature. , In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in vanilla and milk mixture until fluffy. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY GLUTEN FREE RED VELVET CAKE WITH HOMEMADE CREAM CHEESE FROS



Easy Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake With Homemade Cream Cheese Fros image

This is an easy gluten free red velvet cake & cream cheese frosting recipe that all will enjoy! No one will know it is gluten free!

Provided by LiRoper

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 Cake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

cake
betty crocker gluten free yellow cake mix (1 box)
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Jello Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix (1 lg box)
1/2 cup butter, melted & cooled
1 cup buttermilk
3 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla (gluten free)
food coloring, red (1 bottle)
cream cheese frosting
1/2 cup butter (sofened)
16 ounces cream cheese (sofened)
4 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla (gluten free)
3 tablespoons heavy cream

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • - Pre heat oven to 350 deg (lower to 325 for dark/non stick pans).
  • - Spray two 8 inch round pans with baking spray or grease with butter.
  • - Combine dry ingredients (cake mix, cocoa powder and pudding mix) in a medium bowl until well blended.
  • - In a seperate bowl combine wet ingredients (butter, buttermilk, beaten eggs, vanilla, food coloring) and mix unitl well blended.
  • - Now slowly add your wet ingredients to you dry ingredients, mixing and scraping the side of the bowl as you go. Continue until all are well blended and beat for additional 2 minutes.
  • Note: Batter will be thick, if you think it is too thick for your mixer to handle you can add more buttermilk to thin it down, but don't add too much.
  • - Pour batter evenly split between the two baking pans.
  • - Bake according to package directions or until toothpick comes out center clean -- approx 30 minute.
  • - Cool.
  • Optional Homemade Frosting - Make while the cake is cooking:.
  • - Cream butter and cream cheese together until they are light and fluffy.
  • - Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until well blended.
  • - Add vanilla and heavy cream and beat until fluffy and spreadable.
  • Optional: For a thicker frosting you can add more powdered sugar until you get the consistency you are looking for.
  • - Place into the refrigerator until you are ready to use.
  • Assembly:.
  • - Make sure cakes have cooled.
  • - Stir the frosting until it is spreadable again.
  • - Place first layer of cake on plate.
  • - Spread 1/3 of the frosting over this layer.
  • - Place the second layer (upside down) on top.
  • - Spread the rest of the frosting over the entire cake.
  • - Refrigerate until you are ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700.2, Fat 46.9, SaturatedFat 27.8, Cholesterol 202.2, Sodium 447.7, Carbohydrate 65.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 62.4, Protein 7.5

Tips:

  • Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the cake to mix together more evenly and smoothly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help the cake to rise evenly.
  • Don't open the oven door while the cake is baking. This can cause the cake to fall.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Red velvet cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb and creamy frosting, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you're a beginner baker or an experienced pro, this recipe is sure to give you a delicious and beautiful red velvet cake that you'll be proud to serve.

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