Red Velvet Cake Recipe ๐ฐ
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 1 cake
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Grains, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Small Appliance, Easy
- Calories per Serving: 5642.5
- Fat Content per Serving: 293.3g
- Saturated Fat Content per Serving: 122.3g
- Cholesterol Content per Serving: 699.7mg
- Sodium Content per Serving: 4768.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content per Serving: 703g
- Fiber Content per Serving: 9.7g
- Sugar Content per Serving: 458.7g
- Protein Content per Serving: 60g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | eggs |
| 2 | sugar |
| 1 1/2 | buttermilk |
| 3 | flour |
| 3 | salt |
| 1 | vanilla |
| 2 1/4 | white vinegar |
| 1 | baking soda |
| 1 | butter |
| 1 | powdered sugar |
| 1 | flour |
| 1/2 | milk |
| 1 | vanilla |
Instructions:
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Pre-heat oven: Begin by pre-heating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare the batter:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together Crisco and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Incorporate wet ingredients:
- Add eggs, chocolate milk mix, and red food coloring to the mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
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Combine dry ingredients:
- Gradually add buttermilk, flour, salt, and vanilla to the mixture. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
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Prepare the vinegar mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine white vinegar and baking soda. This will create a foamy reaction.
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Fold in the vinegar mixture:
- Gently fold the vinegar and baking soda mixture into the cake batter until evenly distributed. Be careful not to overmix.
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Prepare the pan:
- Grease and flour a cake pan of your desired size. Ensure the pan is well-coated to prevent sticking.
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Bake the cake:
- Pour the prepared batter into the greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake in the pre-heated oven for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Prepare the icing:
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and Crisco until smooth and creamy.
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Incorporate remaining ingredients:
- Gradually add flour, milk, and vanilla to the icing mixture, one ingredient at a time.
- Beat the mixture for approximately 12 minutes or until it reaches a fluffy consistency.
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Decorate the cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the prepared icing evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
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Serve and enjoy:
- Slice the Red Velvet Cake into portions and serve it to your family and friends.
- Enjoy the rich and decadent flavors of this classic dessert!
Notes:
- Red Velvet Cake is a timeless dessert that is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holiday gatherings.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results in both the cake batter and the icing.
- Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to several days.
This Red Velvet Cake recipe is sure to impress with its moist texture and irresistible flavor. Share it with your loved ones and create lasting memories around the dessert table!
