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Red Velvet Strawberry Cake

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Red Velvet Strawberry Cake is a moist, cocoa-flavored cake layered with tangy cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries. It’s a stunning dessert perfect for celebrations, blending the richness of red velvet with the brightness of juicy berries.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced (plus extra for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, oil, buttermilk, vinegar, vanilla, and red food coloring until smooth.
  4. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
  7. For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
  8. Layer cake with frosting and sliced strawberries between layers. Frost top and sides. Garnish with extra strawberries if desired.

Notes

  • Add strawberry jam between layers for extra flavor.
  • Use whipped cream for a lighter frosting option.
  • Bake as cupcakes for individual servings.
  • Mix chopped strawberries into the batter for more fruit throughout.
  • Let cake sit at room temperature before serving for best texture.

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