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Velvet Cake Recipe Perfect for Any Occasion

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A soft, buttery red velvet cake with a hint of cocoa, paired with smooth cream cheese frosting — easy to make and always a showstopper.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder

  • 1½ cups granulated sugar

  • ½ cup butter, softened

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 1 tbsp red food coloring

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp white vinegar

  • ½ tsp salt

For the Frosting:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup butter, softened

  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 8-inch round pans.

  • Mix dry ingredients in one bowl. Cream butter, oil, and sugar in another.

  • Add eggs, then vanilla, food coloring, and vinegar.

  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing gently.

  • Pour into pans and bake for 30–33 mins. Cool completely.

  • Beat frosting ingredients until smooth. Frost and decorate cooled cake.

Notes

Store in fridge up to 5 days. Freeze unfrosted layers for longer storage.

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