Delicious Red Food Idea for Valentines Party with Red Velvet Cake | Romantic Treats

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8 inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together the 250g all purpose flour, 200g granulated sugar, 15g unsweetened cocoa powder, 5g baking soda, and 2g salt in a large bowl. Note: Sifting the cocoa is vital here to prevent tiny brown clumps in your red batter.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the 2 large eggs with the 60ml neutral oil, 10ml vanilla extract, and 10ml white distilled vinegar until smooth and slightly pale.
4. Pour the 60ml hot brewed coffee over the red food coloring gel in a small cup, then whisk this into the 240ml buttermilk and 120g Greek yogurt. Watch for the earthy, roasted aroma as the coffee hits the color.
5. Slowly fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients using a spatula. Stir until the batter is a uniform, silky crimson with no streaks of white flour.
6. Divide the batter between two greased 8 inch pans and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Remove when a toothpick comes out clean and the edges pull slightly away from the pan.
7. Place one cooled cake layer on a plate, spread a thick layer of frosting, and top with the second layer. Press down gently to ensure a stable foundation for the top coat.
8. Beat the 225g softened light cream cheese with the 120g strained Greek yogurt and 5ml vanilla bean paste. Mix until the aroma is floral and warm, and the texture is supple.
9. Gradually sift in the 60g powdered sugar while mixing on low. Note: Over mixing at this stage can break the emulsion and make the frosting runny.
10. Coat the top and sides with the remaining frosting, leaving it slightly swirled for a rustic yet elegant appearance.