Red Velvet Cake and Cream Cheese Frosting

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch cake pans with cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool completely in the pans before removing them and placing them on a wire rack.
8. To make the Cream Cheese Frosting, beat the unsalted butter and cream cheese together until they are light and fluffy.
9. Sift in the powdered sugar and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
10. Add in the vanilla extract and salt and beat until well combined.
11. Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake.
12. Place the second cake on top and spread a layer of frosting over the entire cake, including the sides.
13. Decorate the cake with additional frosting or red velvet crumbs if desired.
14. Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to allow the frosting to set.
15. Serve and enjoy!