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Red Velvet Fireworks Cake

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Red Velvet Fireworks Cake is a dazzling dessert that combines the classic appeal of rich red velvet with a delightful creamy frosting and festive nonpareils. This show-stopping cake features six luscious layers, each offering a perfect balance of tender cake and sweet frosting. Ideal for any celebration—from birthdays to holiday gatherings—its vibrant appearance and delicious flavor will leave your guests in awe. The cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also an irresistible treat that pairs beautifully with ice cream or fresh fruit. Elevate your next event with this fun, flavorful dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons red gel food coloring
  • 2 packages cream cheese
  • 4 sticks unsalted butter
  • confectioners’ sugar
  • nonpareils

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans with oil and flour.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix granulated sugar, vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Add red gel food coloring.
  4. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture until combined.
  5. Pour batter into pans (3/4 cup each) and bake for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool layers in pans before transferring to a cooling rack.
  7. Repeat the baking process to create four more layers.
  8. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; gradually add confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
  9. Assemble cake by layering frosting between each cake layer; finish by frosting the top and sides.

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