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Red Velvet Sheet Cake with Frosting Recipe

Red Velvet Sheet Cake with Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this Red Velvet Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, this moist and velvety cake topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting will be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp (15g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp white vinegar

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 225g (1 cup) cream cheese, softened
  • 113g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9×13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the sugar and oil, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in buttermilk, vanilla, red food coloring, and vinegar.
  3. Bake the cake: Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  4. Make the cream cheese frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and salt until fluffy.
  5. Frost the cake: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

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Keywords: Red Velvet, Sheet Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert, Baking, American

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