Use unsweetened cocoa powder for a subtle chocolate flavor. This ingredient gives red velvet its signature taste and blends perfectly with the sweet frosting.
Buttermilk is essential for a moist and tender cake. Its tangy flavor enhances the richness and ensures a soft crumb in your velvety red cake.
A small splash of vinegar reacts with baking soda to create a fluffy texture. It also deepens the red color for that iconic red velvet cake look.
Incorporate eggs into the batter one at a time. This ensures even mixing and helps create a smooth, lump-free batter for your cake.
Add dry and wet ingredients gradually, alternating between the two. This technique keeps the batter smooth and prevents overmixing.
Grease and line your pans to prevent sticking. Proper preparation ensures your red velvet cake bakes evenly and comes out cleanly.
Bake the cake until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool fully before frosting to avoid melting the icing and ruining the cake’s texture.