Valentine’s Day is approaching… and what better way to share our love than with a sweet treat full of love and color? Let’s make a Red Velvet Cake together, a true tribute to romance, using the unique quality of Greenolia Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
The velvety texture, vibrant red color, and creamy cream-cheese frosting come together harmoniously, creating the perfect dessert to express our feelings. Greenolia olive oil adds a distinct freshness that enhances every bite of this traditional cake.
Ingredients
1. 500g phyllo dough
2. 250g finely chopped walnuts
3. 250g finely chopped almonds
4. 1 tsp cinnamon
5. 1/2 tsp ground cloves
6. 1 cup Greenolia Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1. 2 & 1/2 cups self-rising flour
2. 1 & 1/2 cups white sugar
3. 1 cup Greenolia Classic extra virgin olive oil
4. 1 teaspoon baking soda
5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6. 1 teaspoon white vinegar
7. 1 cup buttermilk
8. 2 large eggs
9. 1 package cream cheese (200 g)
10. 1/2 cup butter, softened
11. 70 g red food coloring
12. 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
13. 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease the cake pan with olive oil and lightly flour it.
2. In a bowl, mix the sugar, Greenolia Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and eggs until well combined.
3. Add the buttermilk, vinegar, and red food coloring, stirring gently.
4. Sift the flour and baking soda together, then gradually incorporate them into the mixture. At the end, add the vanilla extract and beat until the mixture thickens.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes. Allow the cake to cool.
For the Frosting
1. Beat the cream-cheese, butter, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth and creamy. Stir in the pecans.
2. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake, decorating with extra pecans if desired, ensuring the entire surface is covered.
This year, let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day with the most refined and romantic flavor, offering a dessert full of care and love!
