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Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake

Mother's Day Pink Velvet Cake
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Celebrate the special women in your life with this stunning Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake. This delightful dessert features fluffy layers infused with cocoa and vanilla, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will impress at any gathering. The vibrant pink hue brightens up any occasion, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for family gatherings or a treat after a long week, this cake is a labor of love that will create sweet memories filled with joy. With simple ingredients and easy steps, bakers of all levels can enjoy crafting this beautiful cake!

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). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  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 (about 3 minutes).
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
  5. Mix in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until combined.
  6. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.
  7. Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool 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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