Hesters red velvet cake icing –There’s nothing quite like the rich and decadent flavors of a Red Velvet Cake, especially when it’s paired with a luscious cream cheese frosting. This delightful dessert is sure to be a showstopper at any gathering! In this post, I will walk you through the steps of creating your very own Red Velvet Cake, ensuring that it turns out perfectly every time.
Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Before diving into the recipe, take a look at this tempting image that showcases the beauty of this classic cake:
Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth and well incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
- Decorate with any additional toppings if desired, and slice to serve. Enjoy your delicious homemade Red Velvet Cake!
This cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion. With its beautiful color and rich flavor, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!