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Red Velvet Loaf

Red Velvet Loaf

Craving a delightful treat that’s both visually stunning and incredibly delicious? This **Red Velvet Loaf** is your answer, offering a perfectly moist and tender crumb infused with that signature tangy flavor and vibrant hue. It’s surprisingly simple to make, making it an ideal recipe for anyone looking to bake something special without the fuss.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert, Loaf Cake
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ounce red food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Small Bowl
  • Tiny cup
  • Wooden skewer or toothpick
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper, ensuring it overhangs slightly on the sides for easy removal.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. Ensure everything is well combined and no lumps remain.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  3. In a separate, larger mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  4. Beat in the room temperature eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and red food coloring until you achieve a vibrant, uniform red hue. Ensure you’re using a good quality food coloring for the best results.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the red buttermilk mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined after each addition – be careful not to overmix. The batter will be a beautiful, deep red.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  7. In a tiny cup, combine the white vinegar with a tablespoon of the batter before stirring it gently into the main batter. This reaction helps activate the baking soda and contributes to the loaf’s tender crumb and classic tangy flavor.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  8. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter a few times to release any trapped air bubbles. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    1.5 cups granulated sugar
  9. Once baked, let the Red Velvet Loaf cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This Red Velvet Loaf boasts a wonderfully moist and tender crumb, a hallmark of truly exceptional baked goods, all without the fuss of traditional layered cakes. Imagine the sweet, slightly tangy flavor, a subtle nod to chocolate, all brought to life by that signature vibrant red hue.
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