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Surprise Inside Red Velvet Cake

Surprise Inside Red Velvet Cake

This Surprise Inside Red Velvet Cake offers a captivating hidden treasure, elevating a classic dessert into a delightful centerpiece.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed for deep richness
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt A pinch enhances sweetness
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Can swap with melted coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Gel coloring recommended
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sift to avoid lumps

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cake pans
  • Cooling racks
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
  3. Mix sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, food coloring, and vanilla in another bowl until smooth.
  4. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually, stirring until just incorporated.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between your prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until firm and springy.
  6. Cool the cakes in their pans for ten minutes then transfer them to cooling racks.
  7. Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar until desired sweetness is achieved.
  8. Level the cooled cake layers, frost between layers, and coat the top and sides generously.
  9. Optional: Sprinkle with chocolate shavings for an extra touch!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients, especially eggs and buttermilk, are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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