The Best Ever Homemade Red Velvet Cake (White Lily Secret!)

The Best Ever Homemade Red Velvet Cake

Prep Time: 25 mins   |   Cook Time: 28 mins   |   Total Time: 55 mins

Yield: Three 8-inch layers   |   Course: Dessert   |   Cuisine: Southern American

Ingredients

• 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 2 ½ cups plain flour (White Lily recommended)
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole buttermilk, room temperature
• 2 ounces red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy (5–7 minutes).
2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
3. Mix vinegar and cocoa into a paste; add to the batter.
4. Sift flour, soda, and salt; add alternately with buttermilk.
5. Stir in food coloring and vanilla; mix gently.
6. Pour into 3 greased 8-inch pans and bake at 350°F for about 28 minutes.

Pro Tip: Don’t overmix — this keeps your cake light, soft, and velvety!