Red Velvet Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Red Velvet Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons cocoa; 1 tablespoon red food coloring; 1/2 cup shortening; 1 1/4 cups white sugar; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup milk; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon vinegar

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons cocoa
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/4 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon vinegar

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["Prepare cake pan (s) for baking by rubbing them with butter and sprinkling flour throughout the inside.", "You can either use one 9""x13"" pan or two circular 8"" or 9"" cake pans.", "Make a paste of cocoa and red food coloring.", "Set aside.", "Cream shortening and white sugar.", "Add 2 eggs, beat well.", "Add vanilla and the paste of cocoa and red food coloring.", "Sift 2 cups of flour and salt.", "Add alternatively with milk.", "Beat mixture well.", "Dissolve baking soda in vinegar.", "Add to cake mixture while foaming.", "Pour mixture into pan (s) for baking.", "Bake at 350 degrees for around 40 minutes.", "Test to see if the cake is done by sticking a toothpick into its center.", "If it comes out clean, the cake is done.", "After cooled, top with Red Velvet Chocolate Cake Icing."]

582

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons cocoa, 1 tablespoon red food coloring, 1/2 cup shortening, 1 1/4 cups white sugar, and more.

Yes, Red Velvet Chocolate 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.

Red Velvet Chocolate Cake

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