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Room temperature butter: For the smoothest mix, make sure your butter is at room temperature for proper creaming. Cream until light and fluffy: Creaming the butter and sugar helps to aerate the cake ...
Toasted pecans and sweet shredded coconut bring richness and crunch to every bite, while buttermilk keeps the crumb tender ...
2. Make the Cake Batter. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each.
Why I Love This Recipe. This cake combines the best parts of Southern baking — buttery richness, a velvety crumb, and the signature red hue of classic red velvet.