Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup granulated sugar
In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, oil, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and vinegar. Mix well.
1 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon red food coloring, 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon red food coloring, 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze (Optional): In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Add the milk and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and creamy.
4 ounces cream cheese, softened, 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cooled loaf.
4 ounces cream cheese, softened, 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Loaf!
