Red Velvet Cake (Or Cupcakes) Recipe

Name: Red Velvet Cake (Or Cupcakes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup fine-quality cocoa powder; 1 1/2 cups white sugar; 1 1/2 cups canola oil; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup red food coloring, plus; 1 -2 tablespoon red food coloring, extra if you want the cake extra red; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons white vinegar

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fine-quality cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 1/2 cups canola oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup red food coloring, plus
1 -2 tablespoon red food coloring, extra if you want the cake extra red
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup plain yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons white vinegar

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0Fu00b0.
2
Butter and flour two 9-by-2-inch round cake pans or line a cupcake tray with paper liners. In a medium sized bowl, combine the flour, salt and cocoa powder. Set aside.
3
In another bowl, mix together the sugar and oil until well combined. Add in the 2 eggs and beat well. Next, stir in the food colouring and the vanilla. Add in half of the flour/cocoa mixture, alternating with the yogurt, scraping the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
4
In a small bowl, mix baking soda and vinegar until combined. Add to batter, and beat for 10 seconds. Divide batter between the prepared pans (if using) or pour batter 3/4 full into the cupcake liners.
5
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. Cool for about 5 minutes before removing from pan, then place on wire racks to cool completely. Frost or cover in whipped cream as desired.

1482

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup fine-quality cocoa powder, 1 1/2 cups white sugar, and more.

Yes, Red Velvet Cake (Or Cupcakes) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Red Velvet Cake (Or Cupcakes)

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