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Red Velvet Wreath Cake

A delightful treat merging festive spirit with the classic red velvet cake, topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Gives the cake structure and body.
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake perfectly.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Reacts with the vinegar for that perfect rise.
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder Adds a subtle depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk Makes the cake moist and tender.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Ensures the cake is rich and fluffy.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring Provides the signature red hue.
  • 1 tsp white vinegar Adds a delightful tang to the cake.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Essential for the dreamy frosting.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Richness for the frosting.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sweet base for the cream cheese frosting.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For an aromatic touch in the frosting.
  • 1-2 tbsp heavy cream Helps achieve the right frosting consistency.
Decoration
  • as needed green sprinkles or green-colored sugar For festive decoration.
  • as needed red sprinkles or sugar crystals To add more color.
  • optional holiday-themed decorations To make the cake even more special.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your bundt pan or wreath-shaped cake pan by lightly greasing and flouring it.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until fully blended.
  4. Gradually pour the dry mixture into your wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Add the white vinegar and stir.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until fluffy, then add vanilla extract and heavy cream to achieve desired consistency.
  2. Once the cake has cooled, frost the cake generously, creating a wreath shape and decorate with green and red sprinkles.

Notes

For a bakery-quality finish, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. You can mix in whipped cream for a lighter frosting or reduce powdered sugar to taste. Experiment with different sprinkles or edible decorations to match your holiday theme.