Description
This red velvet cake is moist, fluffy, and rich in flavor with a subtle cocoa undertone. Topped with tangy cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries, it’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply treating yourself to a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1½ cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, beat eggs. Add oil, buttermilk, red food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar. Mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
- Beat softened butter and cream cheese for frosting. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Assemble by layering frosting and strawberries between the cakes. Frost the top and sides, then garnish with remaining strawberries.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Apply a crumb coat before final frosting for a polished finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American