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
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 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.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with buttermilk and sour cream, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Add Color: Add pink food coloring until the desired shade is achieved, mixing evenly.
- 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.
- Cool the Cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- 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.
- 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.
- Frost the Cake: Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
- 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
- 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