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red velvet pound cake

Red Velvet Pound Cake

Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this red velvet pound cake recipe. Perfectly moist with a creamy glaze, it’s a showstopping dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Loaf or bundt pan
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk or almond milk
  • 1 oz red gel food coloring about 2 tablespoons
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp natural cocoa powder optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a loaf or bundt pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and whole milk, starting and ending with the dry mixture. Add red food coloring and vinegar last; blend until smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60–70 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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