Description
This Red Velvet Loaf Cake is light, moist, and infused with a subtle cocoa flavor. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting, it’s a perfect dessert for any occasion. Easy to make and full of classic red velvet flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups (270g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (110g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup (200g) sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup (30g) vegetable oil
- 1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- ½ – 1 teaspoon red gel food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- ½ cup (100g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) full-fat cream cheese
- 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar, sifted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter & sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add sour cream, oil, and vanilla extract, then mix in the dry ingredients gradually.
- Make the red velvet batter: Remove half of the batter and mix in cocoa powder, vinegar, and red food coloring.
- Layer & swirl: Spoon both batters alternately into the pan and use a knife to swirl.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool.
- Make frosting: Beat butter, then add cream cheese and vanilla. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Frost and serve: Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting on top and enjoy!
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture.
- Do not overmix to keep the loaf soft and fluffy.
- Adjust red food coloring for a deeper shade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American