How to make a REAL Red Velvet Cake from scratch

[@goofygalno1474]

I tried this recipe for the first time today, and let me tell you.... OMG, it turned out so good. I made cupcakes with mine, but they were so good. Thank you for sharing your recipe, Liz!! It will be my go to from now on for sure. ❤❤❤

[@SugarGeekShow]

Yay thanks so much! I’m glad you like it 😍

[@michelewells85]

In all my years of baking, I've never made Red Velvet Cake, until today! Wow so delicious and easy. Thank you Liz for your amazing recipes and tutorials ❤

[@sirleopold2378]

I genuinely am in shock at how good this recipe is. I was really nervous as I was making it, because the method is totally different from what I'm used to and it smells honestly REALLY BAD before it's baked, but the texture and taste are absolutely perfect. I really can't believe my luck at finding this!

[@sussybaka119]

Why would you eat something that smells like crap

[@kellyvandervlies827]

Why would it smell bad to begin with? The vinegar?

[@girlyessencee5273]

I had to come back to leave a comment and testify that this recipe is absolutely amazing!! I attempted red velvet many times, but it was never quite right. This recipe is absolutely delicious. Thank you so much 💓

[@omowumiomowale6756]

Tried this recipe all d way from nigeria in West Africa and I must confess it is d best I have ever baked and eaten. Thank you so much 💓.

[@mrs.elfriderichardson-osep1646]

Hi Liz, I just tried this recipe, and it is oohh sooo delicious. It is really moist. I must say that I am not a fan of Red Velvet cake, but this one made me put it on my go to cake list. Many thanks for sharing. God bless you🤗

[@adaeduzobe2539]

Thank you for putting the measurements in grams as well. 😘

[@folasadeadeyanju8070]

All I can say is thank you, God bless you. This recipe is truly a blessing.

[@-PastryWorkshop-]

This is one of the best textures I have seen in a cake!

[@SugarGeekShow]

Thank you so much

[@annrosenin3677]

I really love this recipe of yours. My family loved it. ❤️❤️ I just want to ask if how many days does the cream cheese frosting can last? Hoping for an answer. Thank youu!!

[@iraqrose1]

I love yoooou!!! This is the first time i make a cake that i'm very happy with !!! Omg seriously People kept telling me that it's perfect! I can't thank you enough ♥️ it was sooo delicious and moist thx dear

[@iraqrose1]

And also thank you for the detailed recipe on your website! Awesome walkthrough ♥️

[@skhanyisiwenkomo7376]

I agree but she didn't have to say REAL velvet coz it seems as if some of us make FAKE Velvet cake s

[@ourbucketlist8880]

The best red velvet cake. It was sooo yummy n easy to make, what else do u need? Trust everyone who wrote good comments abt this cake cz its true.. love it n thank you. Ohhhhhhh and her cream cheese frosting is to die for, make sure u make lot of it. Its simply the best..

[@rhazeeahislam5935]

Made this revelvet 2 day for my sons birthday Extremy delicious Just wanted to know can i reduce the amount of icing sugar in the frosting?

[@janisebruno7207]

Hi! Noticed no one answered. You can use less icing sugar! Add a 1/4 cup of powdered milk until you get the consistency you desire. Hope you like it! 😊

[@rhazeeahislam5935]

@@janisebruno7207 thk u so much

[@krisnariswanto]

Excume Miss..how many gr for 12 ounce.... Because im still not understanding if used ounce:.. Thanks U For sharing any cake n butter cream🙏🏻

[@saundrac9]

I’m in the process of making this cake, I am rock when it comes to baking, and have literally only made one cake before. I would recommend you spend a little more time with pan sizes as, I only had three 8x11/2” baking pans & I was really hoping to make this three layers tall, but that’s okay, I’ve definitely learned something here. I’ll be back Christmas day to post my review for the finished product.❤️

[@unHingedOYT]

After watching dozens of videos and failing red velvet cake I finally nailed it using your recipe...it was sooo light, super soft & delicious. The only thing I done differently was I used castor sugar instead of granulated & reduced the amount by about half a cup cz I was scared it will be too sweet however everything else I followed your method. Thank you so so much, my family can’t stop talking about it 💕

[@KaranAndrus]

I finally found the recipe I have been looking for. Thank you so much. I knew there was buttermilk and powdered cocoa in the recipe but I couldn't remember the measurements.

[@chahend08]

Just made this !!!! I haven’t even frosted my cupcakes yet and the cake itself is amazingly tasty ! Thanks so much for sharing ♥️♥️♥️

[@immaculateobi7121]

Pls dear, what's d meaning when she said 4 ounces oil

[@lornafranklin]

Thank you for your recipes. I had to bake red velvet cake for my granddaughters 21st, and tried other recipes, which were a total failure, before I discovered yours. Perfect the first time round. I will definitely be using more of your recipes from now on.

[@SugarGeekShow]

So glad you liked it! Thanks for commenting 💕💕💕

[@zainabjamalabdulkarim9001]

Thank you I tried it and love it a lot. I just change the buttermilk with full fat milk. It’s really delicious 🤤

[@symmonep3025]

Dear Sugar Geek, Thank you for this video! Lol I get so SICK of defending the “It’s not just a chocolate cake” comments. Ugh. Its not chocolate cake! 😢 really grinds my gears! Lol Thank you for this! Sincerely, A Red Velvet Cake Lover

[@SugarGeekShow]

You're very welcome! Keep red velvet real haha!

[@impresionescomestiblesvg7067]

I made this recipe for my niece it was a hit!!! Everyone loved it 💕 Thank-you so much Liz!! I am also making this today for my daughter birthday 😊

[@redprincedwight1549]

I tried it and it was oh so good. It will replace my faithful recipe of 10 years, which I use to include hot coffee. It’s a big hit with my family. Can’t wait to bake another one. Thx for sharing.

[@greenzchick326]

I made this cake this past weekend for my son's birthday it was perfect. Thanks so much for the recipe. He loved it

[@jhujhuikr]

Just made the cake, IT IS PERFECT

[@tameikam466]

Love the texture of your cake and the fact that you leave the ingredients 💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓

[@Archanasingh-sp9wq]

Hi, today I am going to make the cake after reading so many good reviews. Got a little doubt about the buttermilk though. In India we are used to making buttermilk with curd. But it has water in it & has thin consistency. Please do tell me your recipe for buttermilk with curd and milk. Hoping for reply. Regards

[@aishahumaira3958]

i made it for my boyfriend birthday and he tell me it was so so good with the perfect amount of sweets😄 and plus, it was so easy too makee love everything about this red velvet cake thank youu so muchh !! ❤️

[@kendraborczuch-kitts8935]

Hey Liz, this is possibly a really silly question, I just wanted to make sure there is no baking powder in this cake?

[@ushagnanananda3115]

I tried this.... It's soo sooo good... Cant thank u enough for this recipe😘.... The cake is perfect moist tender fluffy melt in the mouth..i just learnt how to make a perfect cake from this video.... Keep making such good good stuff.... 😍 Awaiting for ferror rocher cake😃

[@dovineawilliams7411]

I try this recipe it came out really moist and nice 👍 it was great thanks 🙏🏼

[@KK-rh7wt]

I made this today. It is a winner.

[@sujis9263]

Can I use olive oil instead of vegetable oil?? Also can I use baking powder instead of baking soda?? Your help is much appreciated. Thanks

[@rolon147]

Idk about the oil, It may change the flavor; but I think you can substitute but baking powder will Make it rise up, so if you want if flat no good idea...

[@sharonwalker3561]

Best red velvet cake ever !! So easy and fantastic rise and texture is perfect thank you !!

[@angelofgod5418]

Lovely cake i like it... You are using baking soda instead of baking powder... is it?

[@sabeenshahzad5946]

Yup

[@carolineokocha1120]

Looks yummy... Please can I substitute the buttermilk with yogurt? If not can you recommend a substitute of buttermilk that will be suitable? . Thanks

[@atangafranka2664]

Hi there, thanks so much for the recipe. I made it not once but 3 times and it was a great hit. Every one who tasted it had something great to say. Hoping to get more recipes from you. ☺️

[@SugarGeekShow]

Atanga franka hi thanks so much! I’m so glad you liked the recipe 😄if you haven’t yet, check out all the cake recipes on my blog! New recipes are posted every week. www.sugargeekshow.com

[@stefaniabadila8765]

for anyone wondering, I use this recipe for cupcakes too and its the best one, no need to look up a cupcake recipe

[@gabrielab.8387]

I love red velvet cake and all your recipe i have made work great, i just have a question why this recipe don't call for baking powder? God bless you for what you do.

[@natashamitchell2904]

can i use cake flour instead of AP flour?

[@MomMommyMama]

Thank you for all your recipes! I have a question. Written recipe says 335 degrees but you mention 350 in the video. What’s the best temp? I know most of your recipes says 335. Thanks!

[@waiwaihlaing3951]

Hi there, I am a newbe for baking from Myanmar. I would like to know when to stop beating to avoid over or under beating the batter. How can i know tje batter is good to go to the oven. Does the batter have to be ribbon state? I am looking forward your reply and your channel inspires me alot and I am so greatful.

[@pauletteomayemi3954]

nice recipe..my question is why using melted butter instead of vegetable oil? just want to know please

[@tonyad291]

Thank you for the quick & simple video!

[@meirgi91]

Hi nice recepi i tried ur white velvet cake before taste great... I am actually wondering , i see alot of red velvet cake recipe tht needs to cream butter sugar and then add others ingredients.... so yours is a diff way.... actully whats the difference? what hpnds if i cream the butter and if dont like urs? thanks

[@km-mv5rx]

Can you substitute the all purpose flour with cake flour? Very informative vidio thank you and the cake looks delicious cant wait to make it 💕

[@SugarGeekShow]

ot li AP flour is best for this recipe, but check out my white velvet if you want to use cake flour :) sugargeekshow.com/recipe/white-velvet-cake/

[@km-mv5rx]

@@SugarGeekShow Thank you for responding, really appreciate it👍

[@surbhihere]

Great videos ! Thanks for sharing them. I would like to ask Which pans have you been using ?

[@michelesilverman1861]

Liz, I noticed you did not use cake flour. Why? Can this be used with CF or just stay with AP?

[@sophietottman417]

this is the second cake recipe ive used from you and its amazing!! love how easy you make it and they taste delicious!!

[@ayupurbasaripraditya]

Hi liz, in my city there's no buttermilk, people said that the substitute buttermilk is to mix regular milk and vinegar.. so if i make that homemade buttermilk that already contains vinegar in it, shoud i add another vinegar in the batter recipe?

[@KristinaTheCoolGirl]

Thank you for sharing this recipe. My boyfriend was in LA and tried red velvet cupcakes and he loved it. And I was searching for the recipe but all I could find was, as you said, vanilla cake with red food colouring. So I postponed making it because I thought that it wouldn't be as good as he remembered (and it wouldn't be). So thank you because I will be making this.

[@italiaEF]

Does this cake stay moist after refrigeration? Is it ok to make the night before, refrigerate, then serve the next day or will the layers go dense and dry?

[@rumahama6925]

Hello dear... can you explain to me, Why we use AP flour than cake flour? Thankyou ❤️

[@jahanadubiure5799]

Can I use cake flour for this recipe instead of AP flour and will I get the same results? Do I need to add baking powder for a cake flour recipe?

[@kadianharris2733]

Is it possible just to change the color like a blue velvet cake ,what would I have to do ?just change the food coloring?

[@SugarGeekShow]

Kadian Harris yes you can make any color velvet cake with my white velvet cake sugargeekshow.com/recipe/white-velvet-cake/

[@vazquezheidi]

Thank you so much for this recipe! Literally the best red velvet cake and so easy. I’ve tried others but this is the one! Love all your recipes. So excited to become a member!!

[@doricemichael5594]

I'm glad i found this recipe. Best red velvet cake. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@kirat.aatwal4727]

I just tried it and it's really worked well not exactly it was pretty flat and I put different kind of frosting on it and it sprinkled some yummy yummy yummy crumble of the cake and now it is really really good I'm at squared cuz I put it in a square like pan that's why it is where so I kept them in a little square pieces and it is really good

[@jackiestarr2881]

I like this Red Velvet cake recipe, I'm definitely going to make this cake for a special occasion. Thanks for using the metric system, it makes a recipe more accurate.

[@mariaelenaaq5802]

You are the best I appreciate all your knowledge and for sharing I will always thank you for teaching us 😊😋

[@pinksuger2660]

I tried it two times... it's perfect💜 i love you liz..you recipes are the best!! Thank you for sharing

[@jasjotoberoi1215]

can we just use flour ?

[@kadianharris2733]

Hi I have a question if I made my milk with white vinegar should I still add more vinegar to the recipe?

[@GabGirl56]

The most gorgeous cake I have ever seen! Love your recipes to bits! They are d i v i n e! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Someone-vn9ce]

You are correct, red velvet is not just chocolate cake with red food coloring like you so often see. It is reversed cream like you did. But you missed the most important element of a true red velvet cake, it has red dutch cocoa in it, like red brute, roland or guittard, which gives it it's classic red color. It of course has the buttermilk and vinegar to neutralize the bitterness in red dutch cocoa. Anyway, you are far closer to a true red velvet cake than most people post.

[@lastefy02]

Baking soda or baking powder ? With one is for cake? Thank you and this look amazing 🤗😍😋

[@SugarGeekShow]

laly conde baking soda! Here’s the recipe: sugargeekshow.com/recipe/red-velvet-cake-recipe-2/

[@suescookery4881]

question...i usually make my own buttermilk with milk and vinegar because it's so hard to find store bought here. In that case, do I still add the 1 TBsp of vinegar or leave it out? Thank you.

[@raymensoin8010]

is the baking soda jst 1 tspn? or tbspn? seems less for tht quantity of flour?? pls reply

[@priachauhan8197]

Hi , I have tried this recipe twice and both times tasted awesome . First time : is there a specific color type that one must use ....I used gel food color however what happened was that the sides of the cake seemed to have the cocoa powder color though inside was this lovely deep color .what do you think could have gone wrong . 2 .second time ..the same.issue with color .however I totally forgot adding the butter ..by the time I realised this ..the cake was in the tin and in the oven ..and crust had started to form so i couldn't add ..fingers crossed ..and was very sure I'd have to do this again ...but but but but evn with no butter ...this cake turned out super awesome ... So my only issue remains with the sides being brown ....help help help

[@angelofgod5418]

Can i replace White chocolate ganache instead of cream cheese? Will it taste ok sweetie... am not sure.. pls help me advise

[@victoriatorres8871]

It looks yummm...and pretty.

[@jacquemejia3063]

Followed this recipe to a T and it came out very dense.

[@felipearaya4602]

Hi quick question, if I don’t have buttermilk and my way of making it consist of adding a spoon of vinegar to my milk does that mean I can skip adding the vinegar afterwards?

[@SugarGeekShow]

Felipe Araya hi! Check out my buttermilk substitute blog post: sugargeekshow.com/news/buttermilk-substitute/

[@felipearaya4602]

@@SugarGeekShow thanks :)

[@ushagnanananda3115]

Hi mam... Can I make a Swiss meringue buttercream for red velvet... Which is better..

[@SugarGeekShow]

Usha Gnanananda yes you for sure can! I prefer cream cheese frosting or ermine frosting with my red velvet, but whatever you like!

[@Divasventures]

Perfect recipe. Thanks Liz

[@uwadinmahtheresa7598]

I tried this recipe and it's is SUPER, delicious and easy

[@chantelwessels8879]

If changing this recipe to cupcakes, what Oven temp will it bake at and for how long?

[@kadianharris2733]

Do you have any recipes for great Red Velvet cupcakes or can we use the same recipe to do cupcakes?

[@SugarGeekShow]

Kadian Harris you can make this recipe into cupcakes, check out my blog post for more instructions: sugargeekshow.com/recipe/red-velvet-cake-recipe-2/

[@betsymontellano236]

questionnn! Can you use Apple cider vinegar?

[@ebelembanugo7618]

Hello, thank you for this great recipe, tried the cake recipe and it was a hit! Just wanted to double check: Is the butter amount correct 3/4 cup? I've seen other recipes use less with this amount of flour. Also, can I double this recipe? Thank you.

[@tehminatehmina5875]

I always love your recipes.. God bless u

[@svetlanadsouza4938]

I tried this recipe and the cake was so dense

[@jemappellemerci]

Try whipping up the egg whites separately next time! I do this with most of my cakes

[@cindys2995]

Hi - in your written recipe here, it says "12 oz AP" but on your website it say's "14 oz AP" - is it 12 oz or 14oz? Thank you!

[@SugarGeekShow]

Cindy S 14 oz 😊

[@cindys2995]

@@SugarGeekShow - Thanks so much!!!

[@partimachhetri3252]

Hello, I wanted to ask if i can skip vegetable oil if I don't have it at hand. Is there anything I can use to substitute vegetable oil?

[@massielchirinos7959]

Dear liz. I loved this recipe. Would this cake work to be covered in fondant? Can it holds the weight from it?

[@SugarGeekShow]

Absolutely just don’t use cream cheese frosting or whipped cream because it’ll melt

[@massielchirinos7959]

Wow!! Thank you so much 💓💗💛 big fan of yours! And your work🥰🥰🥰

[@kittychops09]

There are over 500 comments, but neat fact, the vinegar, buttermilk and cocoa will cause a chemical reaction and turn red. It will not be bright red without food coloring. Check the ingredients of your food coloring to make sure it doesnt inclide red 40. If you dont have buttermilk you can make some out of milk and lemon juice.

[@TheBabyclover]

help Liz!! I tried your recipe today and it turn out very rubbery and hard in the middle, only the outside is soft. I don't know what I did wrongly, but realized its really hard to mix in oils so I think I over beat??

[@floofycloud2461]

TheBabyclover sane

[@jovanyrosaleon312]

It is very important to combine without over working the batter!

[@berthaamegashie6822]

Hi Liz, can I use cake flour instead of all purpose flour?

[@peachontopk]

Hi Liz, can I use dutch cocoa for this recipe, or does it have to be regular? Also, it doesn't really specify in the blog post, so should I mix on my KitchenAid stand mixer for a full ONE minute on speed 4? (Usually when you say medium speed, you mention it's Speed 4 on the KA but I know it's mostly referring to the reverse creaming method, which is not the case here)

[@bethstophel8344]

Hi Liz, I am making a naked Red Velvet Cake for a Bridal Shower this coming week. They want 3 to 4 layers to feed 30 people. I was thinking to make 10 inch. How do you recommend doubling this recipe. Or would you recommend making 2 to 3 batches. Thank you! And on a side note...the Coconut Cake is Amazing.!!!!

[@pauladiniz9899]

Hi! Is there no need to add baking powder? Thanks in advance 😊

[@SugarGeekShow]

Paula Diniz hi! Nope not needed sugargeekshow.com/recipe/red-velvet-cake-recipe-2/

[@christinegriffiths936]

Hi if I'm making it as a 2x7 how long would I bake for and what temp please

[@keniaortez4339]

Hi Liz! I don’t have buttermilk so to substitute I mixed whole milk and a tbsp of vinegar. Do I add the additional tbsp of vinegar as the recipe calls for? Thanks

[@caroldsouza702]

Hi, I need a recipe in grams for smaller version of this cake, I tried this cake and it was amazing, everyone loved it.

[@Cre8tiveOne66]

Miss Sugar Geek, you are a troublemaker! I was going to snack on some Greek yogurt and granola, but after seeing this; so much for that idea. That cake looks DELICIOUS! Can beet juice be used as food coloring? If so, how much?

[@misscandy5409]

Beet juice colour changes when cooked

[@leahamohan7852]

Tried out,tasty ,turned out well ,thanks a lot

[@2010stoof]

Don't the crumbs dry out really fast? If making ahead, should I reserve the crumbs in a container and put on just before serving?

[@margaretpeters7744]

Instead of vegetables oil, can i just use butter?

[@giuliaferrario6348]

Can I use this recipe to make red velvet cupcakes or does it just work in cakes ?

[@Narrowpathcustom]

Best red velvet cake I've had so far, super tasty, could not stop eating it.

[@MzNesi50]

Can this recipe be used for moist fluffy cupcakes?