Red Nose Cake

When the air becomes crisp and the holiday cheer fills the atmosphere, it’s the perfect time to whip up a delightful treat that will bring smiles to all who indulge. For a festive touch that’s as tasty as it is visually appealing, look no further than our magical Red Nose Cake recipe. This charming dessert will be the star of your holiday table, combining the flavors of rich chocolate with a pop of bright red that will delight both young and old.

**Red Nose Cake**

**Ingredients:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk
– Red food coloring
– Cream cheese frosting
– Maraschino cherries

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.

5. Add red food coloring to achieve the desired shade of red for your cake batter. Remember that the color will deepen slightly as the cake bakes.

6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting over the top.

10. Carefully place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.

11. To create the red nose effect, place maraschino cherries in a circular pattern at the center of the cake.

12. Slice and serve this stunning Red Nose Cake to your guests, and watch as they delight in both the delicious taste and festive appearance!

Enjoy this visually impressive and scrumptious Red Nose Cake at your next holiday gathering. Whether it’s Christmas, a winter birthday, or simply a cozy get-together, this cake is sure to bring joy and warmth to all who gather around your table. Happy baking and happy holidays!