Recipe For Waldorf Astoria Red Velvet Cake

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups (312g) all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, unsweetened
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 ½ cups (360ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons red food coloring (liquid or gel for vibrant color)
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• Cream cheese 16 oz (450g), softened
• Unsalted butter ½ cup (113g), softened
• Powdered sugar 4 cups (480g), sifted
• Pure vanilla extract 2 teaspoons