The red velvet Smith Island cake is a classic and delicious cake that has been around for quite a while. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays and holidays to just a regular night in with family or friends. It is a moist, fluffy cake with a creamy cream cheese frosting that is sure to please everyone. Here is how to make a red velvet Smith Island cake.
Ingredients
For the cake, you will need:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk and vanilla. Beat in the red food coloring. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just incorporated. Divide the batter between the two pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla extract. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake layers. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
One serving of red velvet Smith Island cake contains approximately 518 calories, 25 grams of fat, 80 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein. This cake is also high in cholesterol, so it should be eaten in moderation.
This cake is a delicious treat that is sure to please your family and friends. With its creamy cream cheese frosting and moist, fluffy cake, this is one dessert that you won't want to miss out on. Give it a try today!