Waldorf-Astoria Red Cake(Red Velvet Cake) Recipe

Name: Waldorf-Astoria Red Cake(Red Velvet Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. cocoa; 2 oz. red food coloring; 1 1/2 c. white sugar; 1/2 c. shortening; 2 eggs; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 c. sifted cake flour or 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour; 1 c. buttermilk; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. vinegar

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. cocoa
2 oz. red food coloring
1 1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. sifted cake flour or 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vinegar

1
Make a paste of the cocoa and food coloring and mix well.
2
Set aside.
3
Cream the sugar and shortening.
4
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.
5
Add vanilla and the red paste.
6
Mix well.
7
Add flour and buttermilk.
8
Dissolve baking soda in vinegar and add to batter.
9
Mix well and pour into two round cake pans.
10
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

1316

kcal

Calories

Fat

189

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. cocoa, 2 oz. red food coloring, 1 1/2 c. white sugar, 1/2 c. shortening, and more.

Yes, Waldorf-Astoria Red Cake(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.

Waldorf-Astoria Red Cake(Red Velvet Cake)

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