Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Name: Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup all-purpose flour; ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour; ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa, sifted; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ tablespoons sugar; 6 tablespoons cool unsalted butter, cut into chunks; 2 large eggs, at room temp, separated; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 12 ounce red food coloring (optional); 1 cup buttermilk; 12 ounces soft cream cheese; ¾ cup confectioners' sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract; 12 ounce chocolate, grated, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

¾ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa, sifted
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons cool unsalted butter, cut into chunks
2 large eggs, at room temp, separated
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
12 ounce red food coloring (optional)
1 cup buttermilk
12 ounces soft cream cheese
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
12 ounce chocolate, grated, for garnish (optional)

1
Pre-heat oven to 375.
2
Coat two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
3
Wisk flours, cocoa, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.
4
Beat sugar and butter in a large bowl on medium until crumbly, about 2 minute Beat in egg yolks one at a time, then vanilla and food coloring until smooth.
5
Beat in buttermilk and flour mixture alternately (1/2 of buttermilk, 1/2 flour, repeat) Scrape bowl in between.
6
Beat in last of flour just until combined.
7
Beat egg whites in a medium bowl until soft peaks form.
8
Fold whites into batter until incorporated, using long, even strokes.
9
Divide batter between pans, spread to edges.
10
Gently rap pans to settle batter.
11
Bake 15-20 minumtes (until inserted toothpick comes out clean).
12
Cool about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely (about 45 minutes).
13
Frosting:.
14
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla in a large bowl on medium until smooth.
15
Assembly of Cake:.
16
Place one cake layer top-side down on a serving plate; cover with 1/2 of frosting, spreading just to the edges.
17
Set second layer on top, top-side down.
18
Spread remaining frosting on the top only.
19
Sprinkle with grated chocolate, if desireed.

1724

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour, ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa, sifted, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Red Velvet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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