Red Velvet Cake Recipes

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The Best Red Velvet Cake Box Mix, According to a Professional Baker

We tested three red velvet boxed cake mixes to find which one made the most eye-catching red cake with the best texture.

Blue-Ribbon Red Velvet Cake

This two-layer beauty features a striking red interior. It calls for more cocoa than most red velvet cakes, making it...


White Velvet Cake

This gorgeous white velvet cake has a soft, tender crumb. So what's the secret ingredient? Egg whites instead of whole...


Blue Velvet Cake

Blue velvet cake with sweet cream cheese frosting is a fun, vibrant spin on red velvet cake. Here's how to...


Red Velvet Brownies

The secret to fudgy red velvet brownies? A box of red velvet cake mix—and a rest in the refrigerator.

Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cake

You can make a gorgeous red velvet cake without a speck of gluten. The decadent cream cheese frosting ties the...


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What Is Red Velvet Cake?

Ever wonder "what is red velvet cake?" What about what makes it so darn red? We share where it comes...

How to Make Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cake

A gorgeous red velvet cake can be made without a speck of gluten. The decadent cream cheese frosting ties the...


Red Velvet Jar Cake

I love to make these red velvet jar cakes for friends, family and teachers. Red velvet is my favorite during...


Red Velvet Pound Cake

This red velvet pound cake is moist, flavorful and finished with a layer of rich and tangy cream cheese frosting....


Little Holiday Cakes

My college friend shared this cupcake recipe that has pie crust on the bottom, raspberry jam in the middle and...

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Pink Cupcakes

Pretty in pink is the best description for these pink cupcakes—and not just the frosting. The cake is also pink!


Red Velvet Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting

Celebrate in luscious style with these coconut-topped red velvet cupcakes. The sweet shreds lend fun flair. —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan


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Red Velvet Cake

Our red velvet cake recipe is traditionally southern with light, tender, ruby-red cakes held together with a rich vanilla frosting.


Red Velvet Crepe Cakes

It's well worth the time to make this beautiful and delicious cake. Each moist layer is separated by a rich...


Red Velvet Marble Cake

I watched my grandma prepare her red velvet showstopper many times for family get-togethers. The fluffy butter frosting perfectly complements...

Cheesecake Layered Red Velvet Cake

I love both red velvet cake and cheesecake. So why not combine them into one stunning red velvet cheesecake recipe?...


Sugared Red Velvet Cake Roll

Moist and tender, this classic cake wrapped around luxurious cream cheese frosting is a sweet feast for the eyes. You’ll...


Red Velvet Cake Balls

The next time you host a party, whip up these irresistible bite-sized red velvet cake balls for your guests. They...


“Fishy” Red Velvet Cake

Based on an old-fashioned recipe, this unusual birthday cake will steal the show at your party. The vibrant red color...


Classic Red Velvet Heart Cakes

For a perfect dessert recipe for any romance dinner, try these cakes. It will be very impressive to your guests...


Red Velvet Cake Roll

Light and airy red velvet cake gets rolled into a jelly roll shape held together by a thick layer of...


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Doughnut Hole Cake

This is the easiest, most impressive cake I’ve ever made! You can use chocolate, lemon or strawberry cake mix in...