Decadent Waldorf Astoria Red Cake Recipes To Bake

Are you ready to indulge in the ultimate birthday treat? Look no further than this decadent red velvet birthday cake! This showstopper is not just a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate. Perfectly moist, rich in flavor, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to impress your guests and elevate any celebration. Let’s dive into the details of making this heavenly confection!

Decadent Red Velvet Birthday Cake

This stunning red velvet cake will be the highlight of your birthday celebration. Its striking red color and velvety texture will leave everyone in awe. So let’s get started!

Decadent Red Velvet Birthday Cake ### Ingredients

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fine salt
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top of one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate as desired, then slice and serve. Enjoy your slice of heaven!

There you have it! A luscious red velvet birthday cake that will steal the show. Your friends and family will be raving about this delightful dessert long after the candles are blown out. Happy baking and even happier celebrating!