Red Velvet Cake

12 servings

180 minutes

Red velvet cake is an exquisite treat that attracts not only with its rich flavor but also with its luxurious appearance. Its history traces back to the USA, where it first appeared in the early 20th century. The characteristic red hue is achieved through food coloring, while the airy layers with a hint of chocolate are harmoniously complemented by a delicate mascarpone and cream cheese frosting. This cake symbolizes celebration, elegance, and refined taste, making it ideal for festivities and special occasions. Its velvety texture and balanced sweetness make each bite a delight. When serving it at the table, it can be decorated with crumbs from the layers, adding an elegant touch to the dish's finish.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 779.1
• Proteins: 8.5g
• Fats: 52.1g
• Carbohydrates: 70.6g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 340 g
• Sugar: 300 g
• Cocoa: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 1 tsp
• Baking powder: 2 tsp
• Soda: 1 tsp
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Vegetable oil: 300 ml
• Kefir 3.2%: 200 ml
• Cream 33%: 80 ml
• Food coloring: 10 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Powdered sugar: 250 g
• Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
• Cream cheese: 400 g

Cooking steps

1. Sift all dry ingredients twice, except for sugar. Use fine salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 340 g
   • Cocoa: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt: 1 teaspoon
   • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
   • Soda: 1 teaspoon

2. Add sugar, eggs, kefir, cream, and vegetable oil. Mix everything thoroughly in a mixer or by hand for about 4 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 300 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Kefir 3.2%: 200 ml
   • Cream 33%: 80 ml
   • Vegetable oil: 300 ml

3. Gradually add the dye to achieve the desired shade.

   Required ingredients:

   • Food coloring: 10 g

4. Pour the batter into the baking pan and place it in an oven preheated to 170 degrees for 15-20 minutes. The number of layers depends on the diameter and depth of the pan. Do not make very thick layers, they simply won't bake through.

5. For the cream: 4 hours before preparation, take the butter out of the fridge and let it soften at room temperature. Then whip it for 2-3 minutes until creamy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g

6. Add mascarpone and cream cheese and mix until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar. Don't add it all at once, it will be hard to mix. Or just use a mixer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
   • Cream cheese: 400 g
   • Powdered sugar: 250 g

7. When the cakes are completely cool, cut the tops off one or two cakes, remove the red flesh from the caps, and grind it into crumbs in a grinder. If you are not decorating the cake with red crumbs, you can skip cutting the tops.

   Required ingredients:

   • Food coloring: 10 g

8. Using a pastry bag or just a spoon, spread the cream evenly over each layer. Coat the top layer and sides with a not too thick layer of cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Powdered sugar: 250 g
   • Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
   • Cream cheese: 400 g

9. Decorate the cake with red crumbs and leftover cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Food coloring: 10 g
   • Powdered sugar: 250 g