Description
Dark Cherry Red Velvet Cake is a luscious dessert that harmoniously marries the classic richness of red velvet with the tart sweetness of dark cherries. Each slice offers a velvety texture and vibrant color, making it perfect for special celebrations or cozy indulgences. Whether served at a birthday party or enjoyed solo, this cake guarantees a delightful burst of flavor that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 cup dark cherries (fresh or jarred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar until well mixed.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, oil, eggs, and food coloring; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in dark cherries.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg