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Pink Velvet Cake

Delightful Pink Velvet Cake: A Whimsical Treat for All Occasions

This enchanting Pink Velvet Cake captivates with its vibrant hue and soft texture, making it perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar ensure it's creamed well with butter
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder avoid Dutch-processed for vibrant color
  • 1 tsp baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 tsp salt enhances flavor
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter softened at room temperature
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk or yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tsps pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring adjust according to color preference
For the Frosting
  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing with butter and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and food coloring until thoroughly combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet batter, folding gently.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks.
  9. Once cooled, spread cream cheese frosting between the cake layers and on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are room temperature for best results. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.

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