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Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake

Mother's Day Pink Velvet Cake
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Indulge in the joy of baking with this Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake, a delightful dessert that combines soft, fluffy layers with the rich flavors of cocoa and vanilla. This visually stunning cake is perfect for celebrating the special women in your life or simply enjoying during a cozy family gathering. With its inviting pink hue and creamy frosting, every slice promises to create sweet memories that linger long after the last bite. Easy to prepare and adaptable for various dietary needs, this cake is sure to become a favorite in any home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups cake flour
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring (for desired pink hue)
  • Cream cheese frosting (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time until well incorporated.
  5. Mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until combined.
  6. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until you have a smooth batter.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.

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