Red Velvet Cake

Ingredients

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, start the Traeger on Smoke until a fire is established (4 to 5 minutes). Increase the temperature to 325 degrees F and allow to pre-heat, lid closed, for 10-15 minutes.

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• 2

  In A medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.

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• 3

  In a large bowl, combine sugar and vegetable oil. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and red food coloring until combined. Stir in the coffee and vinegar.

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• 4

  Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, a small amount at a time, mixing after each addition. Mix just until combined.

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• 5

  Generously grease and flour 2 round 9” cake pans with shortening and flour. Pour the batter evenly into each pan.

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• 6

  Place cake pans on grill grate and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

  

  Grill: 325˚

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• 7

  Allow pans to cool on a cooling rack, until warm to the touch. Remove cakes from pans and allow to completely cool.

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• 8

  Frost cake with cream cheese frosting, doing a layer of frosting between both cakes. Enjoy!

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