INGREDIENTS
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1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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3 Tbsp cocoa powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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3/4 cup salted butter, firm but not cold*
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1 cup + 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 Tbsp red food coloring
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1 tsp distilled white vinegar
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1 recipe Cream Cheese Frosting, recipe follows
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1/2 cup salted butter, firm but not cold (if using unsalted add 1/8 tsp salt)
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6 oz cream cheese, cold (I recommend using Philadelphia brand in this recipe)
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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Red and blue food coloring, for decor (optional)