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Red Velvet Bundt Cake

A delightful dessert that combines rich cocoa flavors with a vibrant red hue, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for structure.
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Enhances flavor and texture.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients.
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Gives the classic red hue.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cake rise.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar Balances acidity and flavors.
Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Adds a smooth filling.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the cream cheese mixture.
Frosting
  • 1 cup cream cheese frosting For the final touch!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla until well blended.
  4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Pour half the batter into the bundt pan.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; pour this mixture over the batter in the pan.
  7. Top with the remaining batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
  3. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

To keep your Red Velvet Bundt Cake moist, store it in an airtight container. Adding a simple syrup before frosting can also help retain moisture.