Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Special equipment needed:
- 2 round cake pans (9-inch)
- Parchment paper
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Wire rack
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until 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. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
8. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
9. Once the cakes are cooled, use a cookie cutter to cut out small circles of cake.
10. Place the cake circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
11. Bake the cake circles for 5-7 minutes or until they are slightly crispy.
12. Let the cake circles cool completely before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
Makes approximately 24 colaciones
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 180
Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 1.5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 180mg
Total carbohydrates: 21g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 12g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of buttermilk, you can use regular milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
- You can use any type of oil instead of vegetable oil.
- If you don't have red food coloring, you can use beet juice or raspberry juice.
Variations:
- You can add cream cheese frosting on top of the colaciones.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- You can add a layer of jam or jelly between two colaciones.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to let the cake circles cool completely before serving to ensure they are crispy.
- Use a cookie cutter that is slightly smaller than the size of your colaciones to ensure a perfect fit.
- If the batter is too thick, add a little bit of milk to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
Store the colaciones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the colaciones, place them in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes or until they are warm and crispy.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the colaciones on a platter and dust them with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the colaciones with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve the colaciones with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the colaciones with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake circles are not crispy enough, bake them for a few more minutes.
- If the batter is too thin, add a little bit more flour.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the recipe. Check the expiration date of all ingredients before using them.
Food history:
Red velvet cake is a popular dessert that originated in the southern United States. The cake's signature red color comes from the addition of red food coloring or beet juice.
Flavor profiles:
The colaciones have a crispy texture and a sweet, slightly chocolatey flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the colaciones as a sweet snack or dessert.
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Taste: Rich, Moist, Sweet, Creamy, Chocolatey