How to Make Easy Red Velvet Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red velvet cake is a beloved dessert that is often associated with special occasions and holidays. Its velvety texture and rich red color make it a standout on any dessert table. While it may seem intimidating to make from scratch, this easy red velvet cake recipe will have you baking like a pro in no time.

One of the key elements to a good red velvet cake is the cocoa powder. It adds depth and a hint of chocolate flavor to the cake, without overpowering the signature red color. This ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
  • 1 (3.5 ounce) package non-instant chocolate pudding mix
  • red food coloring, as desired
  • ½ cup buttermilk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 1 9x13 inch cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Prepare cake according to package directions, substituting half of the water called for with buttermilk (approximately 1/2 cup). Stir in pudding mix and food coloring.
  • Pour into cake pan(s) and bake according to package directions.
  • Nutrition

    155 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 242mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 68mg