Description
This gluten-free red velvet cake is soft, moist, and rich with a classic cocoa flavor and smooth cream cheese frosting. A perfect dessert for celebrations or everyday indulgence, made completely gluten-free without sacrificing taste or texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar, then mix in oil, buttermilk, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Frost cooled cake layers and assemble. Decorate as desired and serve.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Use a serrated knife for clean cake slicing.
- Chill the frosting slightly for easier spreading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg