Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet cake is a chocolate cake which is red in color. The shade of red is usually dark, but can also be bright or reddish-brown, depending on the cook’s preference and the amount of red food coloring used. Traditionally prepared as a layer cake, Red Velvet cake is most commonly topped with cream cheese or buttercream frosting. Recipes vary on the ingredient measurements, but usually include buttermilk, butter, flour, cocoa and red food coloring.