How was red velvet cake originally made?
What is the difference between chocolate and red velvet cake?
This red velvet cake is based off of the recipe for The Most Amazing Chocolate Cake so there are some similarities, but there are also several key differences that gives Red Velvet Cake its unique flavor and texture. Red velvet cake has less cocoa powder added to it so the chocolate flavor is much more mild. Both our chocolate cake and red velvet cake use buttermilk, but buttermilk is a required ingredient for red velvet cake. It also has vinegar and red food coloring added to it to add acidity and the classic red coloring.
How much batter does this recipe make? Can I bake it in different sizes of pans?
This recipe makes approximately 9 cups of batter and designed for a three layer 9-inch round cake. This cake can also be baked in one 9×13 pan with enough batter leftover to make 12 cupcakes. Here are some commonly requested options with their baking times:
- 9×13 pan 40 minutes
- Cupcakes 22-25 minutes
- Bundt Cake 50-60 minutes
How can I get a richer red color to my red velvet cake?
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