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Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake: The Best Indulgent Recipe for Mom

Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a decadent and delightful Pink Velvet Cake that brings joy and sweetness to your special day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a cream cheese frosting, mix softened cream cheese with butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

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