Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake
This stunning pink velvet cake features a tender cocoa-kissed crumb with a vibrant pink hue, layered with luxuriously tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrating Mom with a dessert that’s as
25
Prep Time
30
Cook Time
55
Total Time
12
Servings
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
This stunning pink velvet cake features a tender cocoa-kissed crumb with a vibrant pink hue, layered with luxuriously tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrating Mom with a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is indulgent.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
Step 2
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
3. Cream Butter & Sugar: Using a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar on medium-high for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 4
4. Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and food coloring until the batter is uniformly pink.
Step 5
5. Alternate Wet & Dry: Reduce speed to low. Add ⅓ of the dry mix, followed by ½ the buttermilk. Repeat, ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
Step 6
6. Bake: Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 7
7. Frost & Decorate: Once fully cooled, layer cakes with cream cheese frosting. Cover the top and sides with remaining frosting. Garnish if desired.
You Must Know
- ✓Follow the recipe carefully for best results.
Serving Suggestions
Serve as a centerpiece dessert at brunch or afternoon tea. Pair with sparkling rosé or fresh berry compote.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
480
Calories
6g
Protein
68g
Carbs
21g
Fat
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Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake
This stunning pink velvet cake features a tender cocoa-kissed crumb with a vibrant pink hue, layered with luxuriously tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrating Mom with a dessert that’s as
Ingredients (12)
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Using a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar on medium-high for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and food coloring until the batter is uniformly pink.
- Alternate Wet & Dry: Reduce speed to low. Add ⅓ of the dry mix, followed by ½ the buttermilk. Repeat, ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
- Bake: Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Frost & Decorate: Once fully cooled, layer cakes with cream cheese frosting. Cover the top and sides with remaining frosting. Garnish if desired.
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