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Red Velvet Christmas Cake

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Red Velvet Christmas Cake is the perfect festive dessert that combines rich cocoa flavor with a velvety texture, all topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Its striking red color makes it an eye-catching centerpiece for holiday gatherings, while every bite delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess. Easy to prepare, this cake evokes warm memories of family traditions, making it ideal for sharing with loved ones during the holiday season.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes on wire racks before frosting.
  7. For frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy.
  8. Assemble by spreading frosting between layers and on top of the cake.

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