Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake: Indulgent Recipe for a Sweet Celebration
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Celebrate Mother’s Day with this indulgent pink velvet cake, a perfect blend of flavor and festivity that is sure to delight.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and food coloring until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and buttermilk, alternating between them, and mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the cake sit overnight before serving.
- Top with cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg