RED VELVET CAKE

Today, we’ll dive into the ultimate recipe for this beloved dessert, the red velvet cake. Enjoy its heavenly taste and aroma to the fullest.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons red food coloring
• 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in red food coloring.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Beat just until combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Chart (per serving):

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 30g
• Protein: 4g

Tips and Variations:

• For an intense red color, use high-quality red food coloring.
• To ensure even layers, bake the red velvet cakes for the same amount of time.
• Try adding different flavors like cocoa powder, nuts, or orange zest to create unique variations.
• For a cream cheese frosting, beat 8 ounces cream cheese with 2 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter.