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Easy Red Velvet Sheet Cake Recipe

Easy Red Velvet Sheet Cake Recipe

This tender red velvet sheet cake bakes up soft, cocoa-kissed, and brilliantly red. Top with tangy cream cheese frosting for an effortless crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2.33 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.65 cup granulated sugar
  • 2.5 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.75 tsp fine salt
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 0.7 cup neutral oil such as vegetable or canola
  • 1.75 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 tbsp red liquid food coloring
  • 1 tsp distilled white vinegar
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2.8 cup powdered sugar sifted if lumpy
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
  • 0.125 tsp fine salt for frosting, a pinch
  • 2 tbsp milk add more as needed for spreading

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch pan and line the bottom with parchment.
  • Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and 3/4 tsp salt in a large bowl.
  • Beat eggs, buttermilk, oil, 1 3/4 tsp vanilla, and red food coloring in a second bowl until smooth.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix just until no dry streaks remain.
  • Stir in the vinegar to activate the baking soda. Immediately scrape batter into the pan.
  • Bake 23–27 minutes, until a toothpick in the center comes out clean. Cool completely in the pan.
  • Beat softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, then 1 1/2 tsp vanilla and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth.
  • Stream in milk as needed to reach a creamy, spreadable frosting.
  • Spread frosting over the cooled cake. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

Variation: Add 1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans on top for crunch. Storage: Cover and refrigerate up to 4 days; bring to room temp before serving. For cleaner slices, chill the frosted cake 20 minutes before cutting.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Red Velvet Sheet Cake Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.