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Pink Velvet Cake

Irresistible Pink Velvet Cake for Memorable Celebrations

This enchanting Pink Velvet Cake is a heartfelt tribute featuring fluffy layers and creamy frosting, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar cream with butter
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder for flavor and color
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk or yogurt as substitute
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring adjust to desired shade
For the Frosting
  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting rich and creamy

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • Oven

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter and sugar mixture.
  5. Gently stir in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until combined.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth, being careful not to over-mix.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Spread cream cheese frosting over the top of one layer, then stack and frost the entire cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid over-mixing to keep the cake fluffy.

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