Red Velvet Bundt Cake Recipe
Craving a decadent and visually stunning dessert? Look no further than this irresistible Red Velvet Bundt Cake. With its vibrant red color, delicate cocoa flavor, and tangy cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Hand or Stand Mixer
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Bundt Pan
- Whisk
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or canola oil)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 ounce liquid red food coloring
- 1 1/3 cups buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 12 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup butter (room temperature, salted or unsalted)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ - 3 cups powdered sugar (to taste)
Instructions
Cake Preparation
- Getting the right texture and flavor for your Red Velvet Bundt Cake requires careful preparation of the batter. Follow these steps to mix, combine, and bake the cake perfectly.
Mixing the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well to ensure everything is evenly mixed and there are no lumps.
- n a separate bowl, beat the sugar and butter together using a hand or stand mixer. Mix on medium speed for about 4-5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy. This process incorporates air into the batter, giving the cake a light and tender crumb.
- Add the vegetable oil to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until combined. Then, add the eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring, making sure everything is well incorporated.
- Start adding the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, about one-third at a time. Alternate with adding half of the buttermilk, stirring to combine after each addition.
- If you like a little extra richness in your Red Velvet Bundt Cake, fold in the chocolate chips. This adds a nice surprise of chocolatey goodness to the cake without overpowering the classic red velvet flavor.