MOMMA'S RED VELVET CAKE 1960'S
From my Momma, it was popular in the 60's the recipe comes from the Waldorf Astoria Hotel Of course i have tweaked this a bit. Dear Grand Daughter isn't suppose to have red dye #40 so i substitute the 2 oz of dye and 1 Tbs of cocoa for the beet powder and more cocoa. i also added 1-2 more eggs [depending on the size i have...
Provided by Mrs. Michael J. Lively
Categories Cakes
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. **** Cream butter and sugar. This would be key to cream butter & sugar until light and fluffy [15 min. approx.] Mix cocoa and beet powder together in a small bowl, till they are well mixed and there are no chunkies [a mortar and pestle would work beautifully if i had one]. Add beet powder and cocoa to your creamed butter and sugar, Mix well.
- 2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, but Do Not over beat. i read somewhere if you mix your eggs too much your cake will fall in the middle, because, by beating the eggs too long you add too much air.
- 3. Mix salt and vanilla w/buttermilk. Add to creamed mixture alternately w/flour.
- 4. Blend in soda, baking powder and vinegar; fold into mixture. Do Not Beat***. i mixed this together at the beginning in a small bowl and set aside. i also mixed the salt, vanilla and buttermilk and the beet powder and cocoa and let them sit in little bowls till i'm ready for them****.
- 5. Turn batter into a prepared 9x13 stoneware pan. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Turn out of pan in 10 min. Cool completely 12 cupcakes 18-20 minutes.
- 6. BAKERY FROSTING Blend 5 tbs flour and 1 cup milk cook to a very thick paste, stirring constantly. Pour into bowl cover w/clear wrap. Let stand until cool. In the mean time, cream 1 c of butter till light, gradually add 1 c of granulated sugar, continue beating till very light and fluffy. Gradually add paste beat about 10 minutes until frosting is about the consistency of whipped cream. Finally add 1 Tsp of vanilla
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Saeeda ch
[email protected]This cake is a work of art! I can't wait to show it off at my next party.
Paras Naqvi
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great!
Jamal sani
[email protected]I love the flavor of this cake, but it was a little too dense for my taste.
RAKIB HOSSAIN 123
[email protected]This cake is so beautiful and delicious. I can't believe I made it myself!
Paul Thompson
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect.
Lutfar Rahman
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't turn out red. It was more like a chocolate cake.
Bokhazi Khumalo
[email protected]The cake was a little dry for my taste, but the frosting was delicious.
Q khan Q khan
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly. It was a big hit at my daughter's birthday party.
millsmoods
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of red velvet cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting is to die for.
Travis Reardon-Dare
[email protected]This cake is absolutely stunning! The color is so vibrant and the frosting is so creamy and delicious. I can't wait to make it again!
Smith Litia
[email protected]I've been making this red velvet cake for years and it never disappoints. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
x.aozora.x
[email protected]This red velvet cake is a classic for a reason! It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a perfect crumb. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!