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Bloody Red Velvet Cake: 2 Epic Layers of Sensational Sweet

Bloody red velvet cake

A rich and moist red velvet cake with a deep red color and a hint of cocoa, topped with creamy frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, oil, buttermilk, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
  5. Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Frost with cream cheese frosting once completely cooled.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for a deeper red color.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

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