Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring gel (for striking red color)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting & Garnish
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Dark chocolate shavings or edible gold dust for decoration
Extra ingredients & Useful Tools
- Fresh berries or edible flowers for decoration
- Baking pans, mixing bowls, spatula, cake leveler
- Food coloring gels and candy melts for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and vibrant.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients gradually, mixing until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Insert a toothpick to check for doneness; it should come out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing well after each addition.
- Refrigerate frosting until ready to use.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread with frosting.
- Top with the second layer and cover the cake with remaining frosting.
- Decorate with dark chocolate shavings or edible gold dust for a striking finish, reminiscent of Daredevil’s bold red costume.
- Optional: Add edible gems or superhero figurines for extra flair.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter and even baking.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant red color without altering batter consistency.
- Chill the assembled cake before frosting for a smooth, professional finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg