Home » Food & Drink » Cake Decorating » Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Cake

© Roberta Hovermale

Traditionally thought to be of Southern origin but according to urban legend it has its roots in New York City and supposedly from the famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel. There are different variations of the legend and one of these can be found at : http://www.southernfood.about.com/food/s...

It actually is a red colored devil’s food cake - its texture aptly lends itself to the name “Red Velvet”. You can use either the traditional cream cheese or another favorite white frosting would be equally complimentary. I’ve had both and it’s a matter of personal choice which one you prefer to use. You can also use some crumbs from the cake to sprinkle on the sides and top for effect.

This recipe is from Jason Girard’s website - “The Blue Chef”. Don’t hesitate to take a peek at the other featured Southern recipes and also the rest of the site. http://bluechef.com/recipe/redvelvet.html

Red Devil’s Food Cake http://www.cakerecipe.com/AZ/OldFashione...

This recipe was featured on one of Chef Emeril Lagasse’s shows on FoodTv.com. The recipe - http://www.foodtv.com/recipes/re-c1/0,17... - is from “Sylvia’’s Family Soul Food Cookbook”by Sylvia Woods and Family, published by William Morrow, 1999

The copyright of the article Red Velvet Cake in Cake Decorating is owned by . Permission to republish Red Velvet Cake in print or online must be granted by the author in writing.