Best 3 So Moist Red Velvet Cake Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Red Velvet Cake, a delightful treat that captivates the senses with its vibrant color, moist texture, and symphony of flavors. This decadent cake is a masterpiece of culinary artistry, featuring layers of tender red velvet sponge cake, luscious cream cheese frosting, and a symphony of sweet and tangy flavors that dance on your palate. The cake's striking red color adds a touch of elegance and drama to any occasion, making it a perfect centerpiece for celebrations, birthdays, and special gatherings. Discover the secrets behind this iconic cake with our collection of carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic Red Velvet Cake. From traditional to modern interpretations, our recipes cater to every taste and skill level, ensuring that you can recreate this timeless classic in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY RED VELVET CAKE

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This easy red velvet cake is fluffy, moist, topped with cream cheese frosting, and has the most beautiful red color. It has the perfect red velvet flavor that's slightly tangy with a milk chocolate taste. Easy to make & oh so delicious - it's the perfect red velvet cake recipe.

Provided by Fiona Dowling

Categories Dessert

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 2/3 cups cake flour*
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs (room temperature)
2 1/2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
2 teaspoons white vinegar
8 oz cream cheese** (softened)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
1-2 tablespoons cream (as needed)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
Grease and lightly flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Whisk gently to combine
In a separate large bowl beat together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
Beat in the oil, followed by the eggs, vanilla extract & red food coloring.
Beat in the flour mixture into the butter mixture about 1/3 at a time, alternating with about 1/3 of the buttermilk. Turn off the mixer and scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Beat in the vinegar.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
In a large bowl beat the butter until soft.
Beat in the cream cheese.
Add in the vanilla extract and salt.
Mix in the powdered sugar about 1 cup at a time until the desired sweetness is reached. If the frosting seems too thick or sweet, mix in a little cream 1 tablespoon at a time.
Frost the cooled cake, and optionally decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST RED VELVET CAKE RECIPE

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I might be biased, but I think I've found the BEST red velvet cake recipe! This cake comes out so fluffy and moist, and the homemade cream cheese frosting is perfectly sweet. Try it out for yourself!

Provided by I Heart Recipes

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk (at room temperature)
2 large eggs (at room temperature)
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp white distilled vinegar
2 tsp unsweetened baking cocoa
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 oz red food coloring
16 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
8 cups powdered sugar
1 tbsp milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions

Steps:

Combine the flour, salt, baking soda, and unsweetened cocoa into a large mixing bowl and sift/whisk together.
In a separate bowl, crack open the eggs, and beat them.
Pour the sugar, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract into the bowl with the eggs, and mix until everything is nice and creamy.
Slowly combine the wet, ingredients with dry ingredient. Be sure to mix on a low speed!
Once everything is manageable, switch from mixing the cake batter to folding it.
Next, add it the vinegar, and red food coloring.
Fold in until all of the cake batter is red, and there are no streaks.
Spray two 9 inch cake pans with baking spray, OR grease and flour them.
Pour an equal amount of cake batter into each cake pan.
Shake and tap the pans to release any air bubbles, then let sit for 5 minutes.
Bake each cake on 325 F, for 25-30 minutes.
Remove the cakes from the cake pans, and place them on cooling racks.
While the cakes are cooling, make the frosting.
In a large bowl combine the butter, and cream cheese.
Cream the two ingredients together, then slowly adding in the powdered sugar, but only 1 cup at a time.
Add in the vanilla extract, and milk.
Mix until the frosting is nice and creamy
Once the cakes are completely cool, frost them.

EXTRA MOIST RED VELVET CAKE

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I have been on a mad search for a moist Red Velvet cake. I have gone from recipe sites to recipe sites and my search continued until I decided to just create it myself, and Eureka I have found it!

Provided by The Real Cake Baker

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups of all purposed unbleached flour
3 semi sweet chocolate squares or 1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, at room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
4 eggs
1 ounce red food coloring
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350. Grease three 9 inch round pans. Sift flour, salt and baking soda together and set aside. If using cocoa powder mix that with the dy ingredients too.
Melt semi-sweet chocolate with 1 tablespoon of milk. Set aside but do not let harden. Or if you are using coca powder just sift it in with the flour mixture.
Beat butter and sugar in a bowl together for approximately 5 minutes at medium speed. Add eggs one at a time and beat until smooth. Add the food coloring and sour cream, milk vanilla and butter flavoring and chocolate squares. At low speed add flour mixture a little at a time but do not over mix.
Bake in 350 oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until wooden pick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.4, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 113, Sodium 387.5, Carbohydrate 54.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 34.7, Protein 5.7

Tips:

For a more intense red color, use gel food coloring instead of liquid.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
For a creamier frosting, use heavy cream instead of milk.
If you want a more stable frosting, add a little bit of cornstarch or arrowroot powder.
Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as sprinkles, chocolate chips, or fresh berries.

Conclusion:

This red velvet cake recipe is moist, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant color and creamy frosting, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're in the mood for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!