Name: Red Velvet Sheet Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 58 min
Total time: 1 h 18 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour; 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ⅓ cup (39 g) unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 cup (232 g) mayonnaise, room temperature; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk, room temperature; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 ounce red liquid food coloring, adjust as needed to reach your desired red; ½ cup hot water; 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar; 1 cup (240 g) whole milk; 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Ingredients

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2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
⅓ cup (39 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup (232 g) mayonnaise, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup (245 g) buttermilk, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ounce red liquid food coloring, adjust as needed to reach your desired red
½ cup hot water
1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
1 cup (240 g) whole milk
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, lining with parchment if preferred.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt using a whisk.
In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, red food coloring, hot water, and vinegar until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth out the surface. Tap the pan on the counter 2 to 3 times to release air bubbles.
Bake for 38 to 43 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs but no wet batter.
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Notes

Make sure all ingredients, including eggs and buttermilk, are at room temperature for the best results.
Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your ideal shade of red.
For added flavor, consider a cream cheese frosting as a perfect topping.

Author: Lauren
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 58 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 520
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 69g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg