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Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake

Mother's Day Pink Velvet Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking this Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake, a stunning dessert that brings joy to any occasion. With its soft, cocoa-infused layers and creamy frosting, this cake is not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. Perfect for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply satisfying a sweet craving on a weeknight, every slice promises to evoke cherished memories.

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 (to achieve desired 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 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 the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well blended.
  6. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.
  7. Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.

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