Classic Red Velvet Cake Recipe | Moist & Flavorful

Ingredients

• 3 cups cake flour (spooned & leveled)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup canola/vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs, room temperature (yolks & whites separated)
• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 tbsp gel red food coloring
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
• 16 Oz cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 5 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt