CLASSIC RED VELVET CAKE
This ruby-red cake with it's lovely cream cheese frosting has become my "signature dessert." I can't go to any family function without it. The cake is very moist with a buttery chocolate taste. -Katie Sloan, Charlotte, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the food coloring, vinegar, butter flavoring and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine frosting ingredients; beat until smooth and creamy. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 583 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 87g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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[email protected]I would never recommend this recipe to anyone.
Oscar Bushee
[email protected]This cake is the worst thing I've ever eaten.
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[email protected]This recipe is a scam. It doesn't even work.
Mahesh Dodeja
[email protected]This cake is a waste of money. It's not even good.
Naveed Brohi
[email protected]I don't recommend this recipe. It's not worth the time and effort.
Prem bahadur Bagaldar
[email protected]This recipe is too complicated. I prefer simpler recipes.
Edwin Toro
[email protected]I had trouble finding all of the ingredients for this recipe.
Reyansh Devkota
[email protected]The cake was a little dry, but the frosting was delicious.
Kopila Magar
[email protected]This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.
Chando Chando
[email protected]I'm new to baking and this recipe was easy to follow. The cake turned out great and I'm so proud of myself.
lia chow sky
[email protected]This cake was easy to make and it turned out perfect. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Md babu Shak
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of red velvet cake, but this one changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't wait to make it again.
Mason Daly
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best red velvet cake he's ever had.
Sadi King
[email protected]This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
Alex McIntyre
[email protected]I love the flavor of this cake! It's not too sweet and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement.
A H SUMON MASURI
[email protected]This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was a beautiful and delicious cake that was perfect for a special occasion.
MAshraf 1998
[email protected]I've tried many red velvet cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cake is so moist and fluffy, and the cream cheese frosting is to die for. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.
Bruce Fraser
[email protected]This red velvet cake is a classic for a reason. It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I made it for a party and it was a huge hit!