Red Velvet Cake {Recipe} Glorious Treats from www.glorioustreats.com
Introduction
If you're looking for a dessert that's both visually stunning and deliciously indulgent, look no further than the classic red velvet cake. This iconic cake features a striking red hue and a rich, chocolatey flavor that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just want to treat yourself, this red velvet cake recipe is the perfect choice for UK bakers.
Ingredients
To make a classic red velvet cake, you'll need the following ingredients: - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar - 1 tsp baking powder - 1 tsp baking soda - 1 tsp salt - 1 tsp cocoa powder - 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil - 1 cup buttermilk - 2 large eggs - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 1 tsp red food coloring - 1 tsp white vinegar - Cream cheese frosting (see below)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans with cooking spray or butter. 2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. 4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. 5. Add the white vinegar to the batter and stir until just combined. 6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack. 9. Once the cakes are cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top of one cake layer. 10. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting and spread more frosting over the top and sides of the cake. 11. Decorate the cake with any additional toppings or decorations you desire.
Cream Cheese Frosting
To make the cream cheese frosting for your red velvet cake, you'll need the following ingredients: - 8 oz cream cheese, softened - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 4 cups powdered sugar - 1 tsp vanilla extract 1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth. 2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. 3. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutrition
This red velvet cake recipe makes approximately 12 servings. Each serving contains approximately: - 550 calories - 30g fat - 65g carbohydrates - 5g protein While this cake is certainly not the healthiest option out there, it's a delicious treat that's perfect for special occasions or indulgent desserts. Just be sure to enjoy it in moderation and balance it out with plenty of healthy, nutrient-rich foods the rest of the time.