Red Velvet Cake Decoration
Red Velvet Cake Decoration is more than a dessert — it's a celebration of love, creativity, and tradition. With soft crimson layers and silky cream cheese frosting, this cake is the perfect centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or any day that deserves something sweet and special.
Equipment
- 8-inch Cake Pans (x2)
- Electric Mixer
- Mixing Bowls
- Spatula
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.75 cup buttermilk room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 0.75 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and oil until well combined. Add vanilla, vinegar, and food coloring. Stir until a rich red color appears.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined — do not overmix.
- Pour batter evenly into pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Let them cool completely before frosting.
- To make frosting: beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth and spreadable.
- Frost the cooled cakes, stack layers if desired, and decorate with swirls, crumbs, or chocolate curls.
Notes
This cake keeps beautifully. Bake layers a day in advance or freeze them unfrosted for longer storage. Use beet powder for a natural red hue, or bake as cupcakes for a fun twist.