Red Velvet Cake

Name: Red Velvet Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. shortening; 1 1/2 c. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 2 eggs; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 tsp. butter flavor; 1 oz. (two 1/2 oz. bottles) red food color; 3 Tbsp. (level) cocoa; 2 1/2 c. flour; 1 c. buttermilk; 1 Tbsp. vinegar; 1 tsp. soda

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1435 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Red Velvet Cake – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, salt, eggs, vanilla, butter flavor. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. butter flavor
1 oz. (two 1/2 oz. bottles) red food color
3 Tbsp. (level) cocoa
2 1/2 c. flour
1 c. buttermilk
1 Tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp. soda

1
Cream shortening, sugar, salt, eggs and flavors.
2
Make a paste of cocoa and food coloring.
3
Add to first mixture.
4
Alternately add flour and buttermilk.
5
Mix soda and vinegar in a small bowl; add to batter.
6
Blend.
7
Bake in three 8 or 9-inch pans that have been greased and floured.
8
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes at 350u00b0 or until tests done.
9
Let cool completely.
10
Cover with frosting.

1435

kcal

Calories

Fat

212

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. shortening, 1 1/2 c. sugar, 1 tsp. salt, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Red Velvet Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1435 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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