This classic Red Velvet Cake is moist, fluffy, and beautifully tinted with just a hint of cocoa flavor. Paired with cream cheese frosting, it’s perfect for special occasions and celebrations.
Dry Ingredients:
2½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1¾ cups granulated sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
2 tbsp red food coloring
1 tsp white vinegar
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl.
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add oil, eggs, and vanilla.
Mix buttermilk with food coloring. Alternate adding dry mix and buttermilk mixture to the batter.
Stir in vinegar. Divide batter into pans.
Bake 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before frosting.