Red Velvet Loaf Cake recipe

Red Velvet Loaf Cake recipe

Introduction

This Red Velvet Loaf Cake is a soft, moist, and flavorful treat with a perfect balance of chocolate and vanilla, topped with a rich cream cheese glaze. Its vibrant red color makes it a stunning dessert for any occasion whether it’s Valentine’s Day, the holidays, or just a cozy treat with your coffee. Easy to make and absolutely delicious, this loaf cake is a must-try!

Ingredients

For the Red Velvet Heart Center:
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 tbsp cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (120ml) buttermilk
¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
1 egg
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tbsp red food coloring

For the Vanilla Loaf Cake:

1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
2 eggs
½ cup (120ml) milk
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Glaze (Optional):

4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Red Velvet Heart Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

In another bowl, mix buttermilk, oil, egg, vanilla, and red food coloring.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet until combined.

Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let it cool completely, then use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out red velvet hearts.

Step 2: Make the Vanilla Loaf Cake

Preheat oven again to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla extract.
Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

Pour a small layer of vanilla batter into the clean loaf pan.
Arrange the red velvet hearts upright in a row along the center.
Carefully pour the remaining vanilla batter over the hearts, covering them completely.

Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted on the sides (not the center) comes out clean.

Let the cake cool before slicing.

Step 4: Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze (Optional)

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Serving & Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or just a sweet surprise!
Enjoy your Red Velvet Loaf Cake!