Description
This Mother’s Day, treat your loved ones to a stunning Pink Velvet Cake that’s as delightful to the eye as it is to the palate. With its soft, fluffy texture and rich cocoa flavor complemented by a hint of vanilla, this cake is sure to impress. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and adorned in vibrant pink, it’s perfect for any special occasion. Bake this cake and fill your home with its irresistible aroma, creating unforgettable memories around the dining table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp pink gel food coloring
- Cream cheese frosting (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- Stir in pink food coloring until you achieve the desired shade.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg