WALDORF ASTORIA RED CAKE
My mom used to make this when I was little. It is a very rich and elegant cake. The frosting is very unusual tasting in that it is almost like a custard.
Provided by v monte
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cream together the shortening, sugar, and eggs.
- Make a paste with food coloring and cocoa. Add to shortening mixture.
- Add salt and buttermilk to mixture.
- Next add flour, vanilla, vinegar, and baking soda in that order. Mix.
- Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in two 8 inch round greased and floured cake pans. Let cool.
- To Make Frosting: Cook 5 tablespoons flour and 1 cup milk until thick, and then cool.
- Cream together 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 1 cup butter or margarine and 1 teaspoon vanilla 'til fluffy. Add to flour mixture.
- Cut layers of cake in half lengthwise. Spread frosting on each half layer. Stack and frost over all.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 325.2 mg, Sugar 22.2 g
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Charles Walker
[email protected]This cake was a disaster. It didn't rise properly and the frosting was runny.
Kc Ben
[email protected]I was disappointed with this cake. The cake was dry and the frosting was too sweet.
Bleh
[email protected]This cake is a bit pricey, but it's worth it. It's a special treat that everyone will enjoy.
Shorts Viral
[email protected]I've been making this cake for years and it's always a hit. It's perfect for any occasion.
Ibrahim kamas
[email protected]This cake is a classic for a reason. It's delicious and always a crowd-pleaser.
candace campbell
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of red velvet cake, but this one was really good. The cake was moist and the frosting was creamy and not too sweet.
Umer
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that everyone will love.
Ratul Al Rabit
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best cake she'd ever had.
Treah Pierre
[email protected]This is the best red velvet cake I've ever had. The cake is so moist and the frosting is to die for.
Zeeshan Aslam
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making this cake because I'm not a very experienced baker. But it turned out great! The cake was moist and fluffy and the frosting was creamy and rich.
Bikram
[email protected]This cake is beautiful and delicious. It's perfect for any special occasion.
Nawaab Farhan
[email protected]I love the cream cheese frosting on this cake. It's so creamy and rich, and it pairs perfectly with the red velvet cake.
Md Arafat Islam
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for red velvet cake. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
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[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. The recipe is easy to follow and the cake is always moist and delicious.
Natalie Peralta
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the moist red velvet cake and the creamy cream cheese frosting. It was easy to make and didn't take too long to bake.