OLD-FASHIONED RED VELVET CAKE

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Found this on the internet after obsessing over finding the perfect recipe for a traditional red velvet cake.

Provided by LuvMyBabies

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
2 tablespoons good quality cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
2 ounces red food coloring
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup melted marshmallows (you may use Fluff marshmallow creme to make it easier)
1 (1 lb) box confectioners' sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease and flour 2 (9-inch) cake pans.
  • In a medium bowl or on a piece of waxed paper, sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time.
  • Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk.
  • Beat in food coloring and vinegar, then add vanilla.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the pans.
  • Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Turn out onto a rack to cool.
  • Frosting: Blend cream cheese and butter together in a mixing bowl.
  • Add marshmallows and sugar and blend.
  • Fold in nuts.
  • Spread between layers and on top and sides of cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 970.4, Fat 44.6, SaturatedFat 21.6, Cholesterol 140, Sodium 745, Carbohydrate 138.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 99.7, Protein 9.7

Allison Whelan
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This is the best red velvet cake recipe I've ever tried. It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.


dawae jack
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I've made this cake for several parties and it's always a hit. Everyone loves the rich flavor and the cream cheese frosting.


Cody Ogren
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it from scratch in just a few minutes.


Belal Hossin
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I'm not usually a fan of red velvet cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


david delnegro
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This cake is a must-try for any red velvet cake lover. It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.


MUHAMMAD SHAHID
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I would definitely recommend this red velvet cake recipe. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Muabt Khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


PinkT
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked.


drMuhammad Adeeb
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The cake was a little dry, but the flavor was good.


Luis Vargas
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but the cream cheese frosting was perfect.


Ononjoy Das
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I've tried many red velvet cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of chocolate and vanilla, and the cream cheese frosting is divine.


Abdulrehman Akram
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This red velvet cake is so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Lillian Ruthart
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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.


Tajwan Tarheb islam
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This red velvet cake is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Bianca Smith
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I was a little skeptical about making a red velvet cake from scratch, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm so glad I tried it because the cake was delicious!


Rasha Hammad
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This cake was a hit at my daughter's birthday party! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the cream cheese frosting was a perfect complement.


Corey Cannon
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I've made this red velvet cake recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for special occasions.


Maganda Sulaiman
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This red velvet cake is a classic for a reason! It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.