Indulge in the luxurious taste of Magnolia Bakery's Signature Red Velvet Cake, a recipe renowned for its perfect balance of cocoa flavor and vibrant red hue. This cake, a staple of Magnolia Bakery, is known for its moist and tender crumb, achieved through the use of buttermilk and cider vinegar. The rich cocoa powder and vivid red food coloring come together to create a visually stunning and deliciously rich cake. Topped with your favorite frosting, this red velvet cake is sure to impress at any occasion.
Perfect Occasion: This red velvet cake is ideal for celebrations, be it birthdays, anniversaries, or festive occasions. Its striking appearance and exquisite taste make it a showstopper at any gathering.
Ingredients:
- 3⅓ cups (383g/13.50oz) cake flour
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ¾ cup (170g/6oz) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2¼ cups (450g/16oz) granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 6 tablespoons liquid red food coloring
- 3 tablespoons (22.5g/0.75oz) unsweetened dark cocoa powder (22 to 24%), sifted
- 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1½ cups (240g/8.5oz) buttermilk
- 1½ teaspoons cider vinegar
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven and prepare cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour and salt.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the red food coloring with the cocoa powder to form a paste, then add it to the batter along with the vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the buttermilk and flour mixture to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cider vinegar and baking soda, then fold this into the batter.
- Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake as directed until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Enjoy the exquisite taste of Magnolia Bakery's Signature Red Velvet Cake, a timeless classic that's sure to delight!