Red Velvet Brownie Layer Cake with Buttercream Frosting

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Red Velvet Brownie Layer Cake with Buttercream Frosting Recipe

This decadent Red Velvet Brownie Layer Cake with Buttercream Frosting is the perfect treat for any occasion. The cake layers are made with moist and flavorful red velvet brownie, and the frosting is a delicious buttercream that will take your cake to the next level. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create this amazing cake that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons red food coloring
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream, or as needed

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round baking pans.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Add the cocoa powder and whisk until combined. Slowly add the flour mixture, whisking until just combined.
5. Add the buttermilk and whisk until the batter is combined. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
7. To make the frosting, in a medium bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream, and beat until combined.
8. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake layers and stack the cake. Enjoy!