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Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Description

Indulge in a delightful Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake that transforms any occasion into a spectacular celebration. This soft and moist cake, with its rich flavors and stunning pink hue, is perfect for creating sweet memories with loved ones. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, every bite offers a heavenly experience that will leave everyone asking for more.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups cake flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter until smooth; gradually add sugar until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
  4. Slowly mix in buttermilk and red food coloring until combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  7. Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg