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Red Velvet Birthday Cake: The Best Indulgent Recipe for Celebrations

Red Velvet Birthday Cake

A deliciously decadent red velvet birthday cake perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, combine oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an extra moist cake, consider using cake flour.
  • Decorate with cream cheese frosting for the best flavor.

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Keywords: red velvet, birthday cake, celebration, dessert