This Red Velvet Cake is a luxurious dessert that boasts a striking red color, complemented by a creamy and rich frosting. The cake is not only visually stunning but also offers a delightful blend of cocoa and vanilla flavors.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Vibrant red color
- Rich cocoa flavor with a hint of vanilla
- Silky cream cheese frosting
Perfect for: Celebrations, Valentine’s Day, or anyone looking to impress with a visually stunning and delicious dessert.
Ingredients:
Cake:
- 170g Flour
- 150g Sugar
- 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder
- A pinch of Salt
- 1 packet of Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 2 Eggs
- 120ml Sunflower Oil
- 120ml Kefir (3.2% fat)
- 1 tsp Red Food Coloring
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 300g Cream Cheese (Philadelphia)
- 100g Butter
- 100g Powdered Sugar
- 1 packet of Vanilla Sugar
Instructions:
- Cake:
- Sift all dry ingredients twice. Add kefir, oil, sugar, eggs, and food coloring to them. Whip the mixture on medium speed for at least 5 minutes.
- Line a baking form with parchment paper, pour in the batter. Bake for about 30 minutes at 180°C (356°F), checking readiness with a wooden skewer.
- Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Whip butter with powdered sugar and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy. Add cream cheese and continue whipping until smooth.
- Assembly:
- Cool the cake thoroughly. If the top is domed, level it off, and slice the cake into 2 layers.
- Apply a generous layer of cream cheese frosting between the layers and cover the cake all around with the frosting.
- Decorate as desired. The author used pomegranate seeds and thyme sprigs for decoration.
Enjoy this beautiful and delicious Red Velvet Cake that’s perfect for any special occasion! 🍰💖
