Red Velvet Cake | |
( Two 9-inch layers): | |
2 ½ cups |
all-purpose flour |
1 ½ cups |
granulated sugar |
1 tsp |
baking soda |
1 tsp |
salt |
1 tsp |
cocoa powder |
1 ½ cups |
vegetable oil |
1 cup |
buttermilk, room temperature |
2 |
large eggs |
2 Tbsp( 1 oz) |
red food coloring |
1 tsp |
white vinegar |
2 tsp |
vanilla extract |
Chocolate Ganache: | |
1 cup |
heavy cream |
8 oz |
semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped |
Toppings: | |
1 cup |
heavy whipping cream |
2 Tbsp |
powdered sugar |
1 tsp |
vanilla extract |