Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Directions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake bakes evenly.
- Step 2: Prepare the Bundt Pan - Grease your Bundt pan thoroughly with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Step 3: Cream the Butter and Shortening - In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and shortening. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Step 4: Add Sugar - Gradually add the sugar to the creamed mixture, beating until fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Step 5: Incorporate the Eggs - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Step 6: Combine Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 7: Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk - Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Step 8: Add Vanilla Extract - Stir in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Step 9: Divide the Batter - Divide the batter into two bowls. Mix cocoa powder and red food coloring into one bowl.
- Step 10: Layer the Batter - Spoon alternating layers of the vanilla and red velvet batters into the prepared Bundt pan.
- Step 11: Bake - Place the Bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes.
- Step 12: Cool the Cake - Allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack.
- Step 13: Prepare the Glaze - Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 14: Glaze the Cake - Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap for up to a week in the refrigerator.
- Freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
