Pink Velvet Cake

Indulge in this delightful Pink Velvet Cake, layered with creamy frosting and bursting with flavor—a perfect centerpiece for any celebration!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Pink food coloring

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with buttermilk and sour cream, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  5. Add Color: Add pink food coloring until the desired shade is achieved, mixing evenly.
  6. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Make Frosting: For the cream cheese frosting, beat softened butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting over the top. Repeat with remaining layers.
  10. Frost the Cake: Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
  11. Decorate and Serve: Decorate as desired and enjoy your beautiful pink velvet cake!

Serving Details

  • Total Time: Approximately 2 hours
  • Servings: 12 slices
  • Calories: 400 kcal per slice

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion

This Pink Velvet Cake is a stunning and delicious treat, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just because! Enjoy every slice!

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Pink Velvet Cake


  • Author: Lina Judi
  • Total Time: 1 hour

Description

 

A stunning and delicious cake that combines the rich flavors of velvet cake with a beautiful pink hue, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Pink food coloring

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with buttermilk and sour cream, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  • Add pink food coloring until the desired color is reached, mixing evenly.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
  • To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting over the cake. Repeat with the remaining layers.
  • Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting. Decorate as desired.

Notes

This cake is perfect for celebrations and will be a showstopper at any gathering!

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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