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Velvet Cake Recipe

A classic velvet cake that's moist, fluffy, and delicious.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, oil, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Cake, Velvet
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