For the Cake
- 2½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ cups (360 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tbsp liquid red food colouring or 1 tsp gel colouring
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 16 oz (450 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
