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Red Velvet Cake
A tender red layer cake with buttermilk, a hint of cocoa, vanilla, and cream cheese frosting.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 4 min📖 1 min readServes 10~380 kcal🇺🇸 American🌍 Full translation
34 min prep 30 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 4 min- Prep34 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
10 servings
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For the cake
- 2.2 cup(~440 ml) Flour
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Cocoa
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Buttermilk
- 3 Eggs
- 100 g Butter
- 1.1 cup(~220 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Vinegar
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Baking soda
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Red food coloring
General
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Vanilla
- 1 pinch Salt
For the coating
- 240 g Cream cheese
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Powdered sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Sift the flour, cocoa, and salt.
- 2
Cream the butter and sugar for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 3
Add the eggs one by one, then add the vanilla.
- 4
Add the buttermilk and dry mixture alternately.
- 5
Mix the vinegar, baking soda, and red food coloring, then work it into the batter.
- 6
Divide the batter between two pans and bake at 175°C for 28 minutes.
28 min28:00 - 7
Cool the cakes completely.
1 hr60:00 - 8
Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar, then spread between the layers and over the top.
💡 Tip: Do not overdo the cocoa; red velvet is not a chocolate cake, but a soft layer cake with light cocoa and buttermilk.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice the cake cold and serve with plain filter coffee or optional fresh strawberries.
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- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~380
kcal calories
6
g protein
50
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 6%Carbs 53%Fat 41%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Egg
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Red Velvet Cake make?
This recipe serves 10.How long does Red Velvet Cake take?
Prep 34 minutes, cooking 30 minutes; 64 minutes in total.Is Red Velvet Cake difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Red Velvet Cake have?
Approximately 380 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 50g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Red Velvet Cake contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Egg, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Red Velvet Cake belong to?
This recipe belongs to American cuisine.How many ingredients does Red Velvet Cake need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.
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