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Pink Velvet Cake

Pink Velvet Cake

This Pink Velvet Cake features a tender crumb and luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour Essential for a soft, tender crumb.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Helps create a fluffy texture.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Room temperature.
  • 4 large egg whites Room temperature.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Do not substitute with regular milk.
  • 0.5 cups vegetable or canola oil For ultra moist cake.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1 tbsp pink gel food coloring For the gorgeous hue.
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Room temperature.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Adds tangy flavor.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt Adds depth to sweetness.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Base for frosting.
  • 0.5 cups heavy whipping cream For creamy consistency.
  • 1 tbsp pink gel food coloring For tinting frosting.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • Oven
  • wire racks

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line your cake pans.
  2. Combine cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and fine salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Beat unsalted butter, egg whites, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Add pink gel food coloring, stirring until desired hue is reached.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes completely on wire racks.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. Beat together unsalted butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in vanilla extract, fine salt, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Gradually add heavy whipping cream, mixing until desired consistency is achieved.
  4. Frost the cooled layers generously, adding decorations if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Add fresh berries or edible flowers on top for a touch of elegance.

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