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Velvet Cake Recipe

A classic velvet cake recipe that's moist and delicious.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 400 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 units eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the baking soda and vinegar, then add to the batter and stir well.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

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