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Red Velvet Cake


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A deliciously moist Red Velvet Cake topped with whipped cream.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ounce red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Grease a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan and line with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mix oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. Add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Spread evenly, and bake for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar. Roll cake with towel from short end and let cool completely.
  7. Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  8. Reroll without towel. Place seam-side down on a serving platter.
  9. Beat butter until creamy, gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and spreadable.
  10. Using a fork to create bark-like texture. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Chill the cake for a firmer texture before slicing.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg