The BEST Red Velvet Cake Recipe

• 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk at room temperature
• 2 large eggs at room temperature
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp white distilled vinegar
• 2 tsp unsweetened baking cocoa
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 oz red food coloring

Cream Cheese Frosting

• 16 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• 8 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp milk
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• Directions