Description
A rich and moist cake with a deep red color and a hint of cocoa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla.
- Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Add baking soda and vinegar, stir until combined.
- Pour the batter into greased cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool before frosting.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Pair with cream cheese frosting for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Bloody Red Velvet Cake