Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety texture of this stunning pink velvet cake. With its vibrant color and moist, decadent crumb, this recipe is sure to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1-2 tablespoons pink food coloring
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Stir in the pink food coloring, starting with 1 tablespoon and adding more until you achieve the desired shade of pink.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can substitute the buttermilk with sour cream. You can also add a teaspoon of almond extract to the batter for a subtle nutty aroma.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American