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Pink Velvet Cake

Decadent Pink Velvet Cake That Will Wow Your Guests

This vibrant Pink Velvet Cake, with its luscious creamy frosting and remarkable hue, is the perfect centerpiece for any celebration.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour use for softer crumb
  • 1 tablespoon cornflour can substitute with more all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda can be replaced with more baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder optional, omit for pure vanilla version
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt skip if using salted butter
  • 1/2 cup soft unsalted butter opt for unsalted for better control
  • 1 cup fine sugar powdered sugar can substitute in frosting
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs work as a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup milk any plant-based milk can be a suitable substitute
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence pure vanilla recommended
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil melted coconut oil works well
  • 1 bottle pink food color natural options like beet juice can be considered
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese use full-fat for best results
  • 1/4 cup butter softened butter mixes best
  • 3 cups icing sugar sift for a smooth finish
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence stick to pure for richer taste

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Step 1: Create Buttermilk - In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Prepare Dry Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, sift together the dry ingredients.
  3. Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar - Beat butter with sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs and mix well.
  4. Step 4: Mix in Buttermilk and Color - Gradually add the buttermilk and mix together with the pink food color.
  5. Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients - Fold the dry mix into the wet mixture gently.
  6. Step 6: Prepare for Baking - Divide and smooth the batter into greased pans.
  7. Step 7: Bake the Cakes - Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Cool Completely - Let the cakes cool for about 10 minutes before removing from pans.
  9. Step 9: Make the Frosting - Beat together frosting ingredients until light and fluffy.
  10. Step 10: Assemble and Decorate - Layer cakes with frosting and decorate as desired.
  11. Step 11: Chill and Serve - Refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Measure accurately for best results and do not overmix to ensure a light, airy cake. Cool completely before frosting.

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