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Perfect Red Velvet Flag Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting

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A moist and flavorful red velvet cake with a tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations and holidays with a festive flag design.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature (or dairy-free milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil, neutral flavor
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel-based recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk gently to combine.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and distilled white vinegar.
  4. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while mixing on low speed with an electric mixer. Mix just until combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the two prepared pans. Gently tap the pans on the counter to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
  7. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto cooling racks and remove parchment paper. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  8. Beat cream cheese and unsalted butter on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth and spreadable.
  9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting evenly on top. Place the second layer over it.
  10. Use remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake evenly.
  11. Create the flag design using extra frosting or white chocolate for stripes and a cluster of blueberries and strawberries for stars.

Notes

Use gel-based red food coloring for vibrant color without thinning the batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender. Softened but cool cream cheese and butter yield the best frosting texture. The cake layers and frosting can be made a day ahead for convenience. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend. Vegan adaptations include flax eggs, dairy-free buttermilk, and vegan cream cheese.

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