Decadent Red Velvet Cake with Strawberry Cream Frosting

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Indulge in the perfect balance of rich red velvet cake and luscious strawberry cream frosting! This dessert is a showstopper with its vibrant color, moist crumb, and fruity, creamy topping. Ideal for celebrations or a sweet treat, it’s sure to impress with every bite.

Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Cake:
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp cocoa powder
– 1 tsp salt
– 2 eggs
– 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 2 tbsp red food coloring
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp white vinegar

For the Strawberry Cream Frosting:
– 1 ½ cups heavy cream
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ cup fresh strawberry puree

Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a bowl.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat eggs, oil, buttermilk, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
4. Bake: Divide batter between pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
5. Make Frosting: Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks. Fold in strawberry puree.
6. Assemble: Frost cooled cake layers and decorate as desired.

Tips
– For deeper red color, use gel food coloring.
– Chill frosting for 10 minutes before piping for better consistency.
– Fresh strawberries make the best puree—avoid artificial flavors.

Serving Suggestion
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for extra decadence. Perfect for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or any special occasion!

Conclusion
This Red Velvet Cake with Strawberry Cream Frosting is a dreamy dessert that combines classic flavors with a fruity twist. Moist, creamy, and utterly irresistible—it’s a must-try for any baker!