Red Velvet Bundt Cake
Experience the rich, moist goodness of a Red Velvet Bundt Cake that’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds. With its vibrant red hue and luscious cream cheese frosting, this cake transforms any occasion into a celebration. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, it’s an easy-to-make dessert that will impress your guests and create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and oil until combined; add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before inverting onto a wire rack; frost with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added moisture, use sour cream instead of buttermilk. - Swap half the all-purpose flour with almond flour for a nutty flavor. - Enhance with chocolate chips or orange zest for unique twists.