Red Velvet Cake

Red velvet cake is one of my go to recipes when it comes to baking for friends. Nothing says happy birthday like 4 layers of seductively crimson chocolate cake sandwiched between cream cheese frosting. 

You may think I am getting a little over excited however wait until you try it, you wont be disappointed.

I use Hummingbird Bakery's recipe which you can find here:

http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/recipes/475341/Red-velvet-cupcakes

I double the quantities and divide the mixture between 4 x 20cm cake tins. You can decorate these cakes many ways, cake crumbs, fresh fruit and chocolate truffles are some of my personal favourites. 

This deep red cake with a hint of chocolate is perfectly balanced by the luscious cream cheese frosting and will make a stunning centrepiece to any event (or just accompanying your morning coffee). 

Enjoy!