Red velvet cake, that decadent indulgence that somehow manages to be both a showstopper and a guilty pleasure. But why stop at just the classic cream cheese frosting? Let’s make things interesting with a coffee twist. The rich, bold flavor of coffee pairs perfectly with the tangy cream cheese, making this red velvet cake not just pretty, but sophisticated too. A bite will leave you wondering why you never thought to combine these two before. So, are you ready to elevate your cake game and impress everyone, or at least make them think you have your life together?
Red Velvet Cake with Coffee Cream Cheese Frosting
This red velvet cake, topped with coffee-infused cream cheese frosting, is a decadent twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Coffee Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp brewed coffee cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, oil, vanilla, vinegar, and food coloring.
- Combine: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Make Frosting: Beat together softened cream cheese and butter. Gradually add powdered sugar, coffee, and vanilla.
- Assemble: Once the cakes are cool, frost them generously with the coffee cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Iron: 4%
- Calcium: 2%
- Vitamin C: 1%
- Vitamin D: 1%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For a deeper coffee flavor, add more brewed coffee to the frosting.
- If the frosting is too runny, add more powdered sugar to thicken it up.
- This cake can be made in advance. Just keep it covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Feeling fancy? Add a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings on top for extra flair.
