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Ultimate Moist Southern Red Velvet Cake with Classic Cream Cheese Frosting

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A timeless Southern classic, this red velvet cake features a luscious crumb and a rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup red food coloring (liquid or gel)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the buttermilk, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until uniform.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden pick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  10. Once cooled, layer the cakes on a serving plate, frosting in between and on top.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Cake layers can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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