Create a magical centerpiece for your holiday celebrations with this Red Velvet Tree Cake. This layered cake combines the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet with a stunning tree-shaped design. It’s the perfect blend of festive charm and irresistible taste that will keep your guests coming back for seconds.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Visually Stunning: The tree shape and vibrant red color make it a festive showpiece.
- Rich Flavor: A moist, tender red velvet cake with the classic hint of cocoa and a tangy cream cheese frosting.
- Customizable: Add your favorite holiday decorations to make it uniquely yours.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Decoration:
- Green food coloring (for frosting)
- Star-shaped sprinkles or edible stars
- Mini candy canes, sugar pearls, or festive decorations
- Edible glitter (optional)