INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 ounces red food coloring
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 1/2 cups sugar
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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Pinch of salt
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Half-n-half or milk as needed