Birthday cakes are a delicious way to celebrate any special occasion. Whether it’s a first birthday, a surprise party, or a milestone birthday, everyone loves a good cake! And a red velvet birthday cake is sure to please everyone. Red velvet cake is a classic choice for any celebration, and it’s easy to make. With the right ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can bake a red velvet birthday cake that’s sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
To make a delicious red velvet birthday cake, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Instructions
To make your red velvet birthday cake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set the mixture aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Add the red food coloring and mix until the batter is a deep red color. Alternate adding the flour mixture and the buttermilk to the batter, mixing until just combined. Add the vanilla extract and vinegar and mix until incorporated.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
The perfect topping for red velvet cake is cream cheese frosting. To make the frosting, cream together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of softened butter. Slowly add 3 cups of powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until combined. Spread the frosting over the two cooled cakes and serve.
Nutrition
One slice of red velvet birthday cake with cream cheese frosting contains approximately 500 calories, 25 grams of fat, 62 grams of carbohydrates, and 5 grams of protein. It also contains a significant amount of sugar and saturated fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.
Red velvet cake is a delicious treat for any special occasion. With the right ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can make a delicious red velvet birthday cake that’s sure to be a hit. With its rich flavor and beautiful color, it’s sure to be a treat that everyone will enjoy.