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Red Velvet Bundt Cake Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade Red Velvet Bundt Cake with this easy baking recipe. The perfect balance of subtle cocoa flavor, tangy buttermilk, and velvety texture, topped with creamy cream cheese glaze. This foolproof method creates that distinctive crimson color and moist crumb every time.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Serves:
1 cake (12 slices)
A stunning overhead shot of a Red Velvet Bundt cake on a vintage white pedestal stand, bathed in soft window light that highlights its deep crimson color and glossy cream cheese glaze cascading down the distinctive ridges. The cross-section reveals a moist, tender crumb with perfect consistency throughout. Scattered around the base are a few crimson rose petals and crushed pecans that echo the cake's color and texture. A silver cake server rests nearby, with a single perfect slice removed, exposing the cake's striking contrast between the rich red interior and the pure white glaze. The entire setup sits on a marble countertop that complements the cake's elegant presentation.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">300g all-purpose flour</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp baking soda</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/2 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">170g unsalted butter, softened</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">400g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">4 large eggs, room temperature</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">120ml vegetable oil</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tbsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">240ml buttermilk, room temperature (or 240ml milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp red food coloring (or 1 tbsp gel food coloring)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp white vinegar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the cream cheese glaze:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">115g cream cheese, softened</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60g unsalted butter, softened</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">180g powdered sugar, sifted</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml heavy cream</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Pinch of salt</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">25cm (10-inch) bundt pan</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Stand mixer or electric hand mixer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Sifter or fine mesh strainer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Cooling rack</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Preheat your oven to 165°C (330°F). Thoroughly grease and flour your bundt pan, making sure to get into all the crevices. This careful preparation is crucial for a clean release after baking - take your time with this step to avoid heartbreak later!</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Sifting the cocoa powder eliminates any lumps and ensures it distributes evenly throughout the batter, giving that signature subtle chocolate flavor without overwhelming the delicate balance of the red velvet.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), cream the butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 4-5 minutes until pale and fluffy. This extended creaming process is essential for incorporating air into the batter, which creates the cake's tender crumb structure.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then beat in the oil and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. The mixture may look slightly curdled at this point - that's perfectly normal!</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>In a small bowl, mix the buttermilk with the red food coloring. Buttermilk's acidity not only reacts with the baking soda to create lift but also enhances the color development and contributes to the cake's characteristic tang.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the colored buttermilk (beginning and ending with the dry ingredients). Mix on low speed just until combined after each addition - overmixing develops gluten, which can make your cake tough.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Finally, stir in the vinegar by hand. This last-minute addition reacts with the baking soda to create additional lift and helps maintain the vivid red color by stabilizing the acidity level.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan and gently tap it on the counter a few times to release any trapped air bubbles. Smooth the top with a spatula to ensure even baking.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Avoid opening the oven during the first 35 minutes as temperature fluctuations can cause the cake to sink.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>Let the cake cool in the pan for exactly 15 minutes - this timing is crucial. Too short and the cake may break; too long and it might stick. Then invert onto a cooling rack and allow to cool completely before glazing.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 11</h4>For the cream cheese glaze, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, then beat in the heavy cream, vanilla, and salt until the glaze reaches a pourable but thick consistency. If it's too thick, add more cream a teaspoon at a time.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 12</h4>Place your completely cooled cake on a serving plate with some parchment paper tucked underneath the edges to catch drips. Pour the glaze over the top of the cake, allowing it to naturally flow down the ridges of the bundt. For the most stunning presentation, let some glaze pool around the base of the cake. Remove the parchment once the glaze has set slightly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 13</h4>Allow the glaze to set for at least 30 minutes before serving. This cake actually tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to meld and develop! Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Red Velvet Bundt Cake Recipe?

The key ingredients include all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, butter, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, red food colouring, vinegar, and vanilla extract. The signature cream cheese glaze requires cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla.

How to cook Red Velvet Bundt Cake Recipe at home?

Learn how to cook Red Velvet Bundt Cake by thoroughly prepping your bundt pan, creating a batter with precisely alternated dry and wet ingredients, and baking at 165°C for 45-50 minutes. The perfect timing for cooling (15 minutes in pan) and a luscious cream cheese glaze poured over the cake's distinctive ridges are essential for professional results.

Why is vinegar added to red velvet cake batter?

Vinegar serves multiple crucial purposes: it reacts with baking soda to create additional lift and tenderness, helps stabilise the red food colouring by maintaining acidity, and contributes to the cake's subtle tangy flavour that balances the sweetness—all essential elements of traditional red velvet character.

Can I make this bundt cake without artificial food colouring?

Yes, natural alternatives include beetroot powder (2-3 tablespoons), reduced beetroot juice (120ml), or natural red food colouring made from vegetables. These options provide a more subdued burgundy colour rather than bright red, but maintain the cake's distinctive appearance with natural ingredients.

How do I prevent my bundt cake from sticking to the pan?

For foolproof bundt cake release, thoroughly grease every crevice with shortening or softened butter using a pastry brush, then dust with flour. Allow the baked cake to cool for exactly 15 minutes before inverting—any longer risks sticking, any shorter risks breaking.

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