Red Velvet Cake
A delightful homemade treat with a tender crumb and distinctive red hue, perfect for various occasions.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour structure
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar sweetness
- 1 teaspoon baking soda leavening
- 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup vegetable oil moisture
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature tenderness
- 2 large eggs, room temperature binding
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring color
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract flavor
- 1 teaspoon vinegar reacts with baking soda
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and grease your cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
Mixing
- Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Baking
- Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges pull away from the pan.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a short time, and then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Don't skip the vinegar, as it helps create a lighter cake.