The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 16, 2009
This was my first time for making red velvet cake. I followed the recipe exactly with the exception of using 4 Tbsp of cocoa powder as some previous reviewers suggested. I made cupcakes and adjusted baking time accordingly and they turned out perfect in flavor, density, and texture. I gave only 4 stars because I didn't use the icing called for so I can't comment, instead I used a simple but wonderful cream cheese icing recipe found on this site
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Nov. 16, 2009
over the years, i have found that i'm not a very big red velvet cake fan, but this recipe is absolutely stellar. the only thing i would change about these cakes would perhaps be a longer baking time, but other than that, i will use this recipe from now on... thank you! =3
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Jul. 26, 2009
Very dry. Did not like the icing.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Jul. 20, 2009
Followed recipie but used 9 inch pans as the vinegar and baking soda combination really elevate this cake. Used double the the amount of cocoa and refridgerated the cake before icing, a trick I learned when I used to decorate cakes. No crumbs get in the icing. Turned out very moist every one loved it!!!
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Reviewed: Jul. 10, 2009
I bundted it and had to raise the cooking time quite a bit. It made my daughters birthday. A week later I was asked to make one for work and it was gone in minutes
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: May 31, 2009
To add the vinegar/baking soda mix without lumping, I put a little of the dough into the cup and mixed it all together before adding it all back into the bowl. It blended quickly and smoothly. Also, I halved the recipe (bit much for two people), and then cooked it thinner to make the layers. My husband wanted it to be more moist, and wanted a sweeter frosting. Cream Cheese is less sweet here, so maybe I'll add some sugar next time.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
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Reviewed: Apr. 26, 2009
I MADE THIS CAKE FOR MY FIANCES BIRTHDAY THE OTHER DAY. IT TASTED RATHER DRY. IT WAS MISSING SOMETHING. I THINK IT COULD'VE USED A LITTLE MORE SUGAR. IT WAS SORT OF BLAND AND NOT MOIST ENOUGH. I THINK NEXT TIME I'LL TRY ANOTHER RED VELVET RECIPE. :\
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Apr. 12, 2009
I followed the directions of this recipe exactly, except I made cupcakes instead. They came out well, but the cake was a little too sweet for me. Nice moist and spongy texture, though.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
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Reviewed: Mar. 30, 2009
I made it on Saturday it was gone Sunday night!!! Oh and I replace real sugar with splenda for baking for the cake and used splenda for the frosting if you add a splash of lemon juice it will definitely kill the slight after taste in the frosting. Everyone thought it was delicious. Wonderful for the first time!!!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Feb. 16, 2009
I only used the frosting recipe included in this recipe and it was great!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Feb. 16, 2009
Not worth all the work. I followed the recipe exactly. Cake was rather chewy. Taste was good.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
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Reviewed: Feb. 9, 2009
this was my first attempt at a red velvet cake and i as many others have stated followed this recipe to the t and had no problems what so ever. i will the next time use 2 oz of red food color as i want the deepest of red velvet cakes! i haven't tasted the cake yet as i am taking the advice of my dear review freinds who have helped me immeasurably thru the years and will be refrigerating it for a day b-4 decorating and doing the same with the icing recipe which i also followed exactly and refrigerated. the cake texture was perfect as for baking and they fell out of the pans!! as far as i can see for now these layers appear perfect and i will add to this review 2nite when i finish my valentine creation for my employees!! 2/10/09 well i finished this cake last night and it was worth waiting to finish as it was very easy to work with cold. the cake was perfect in every way and i'm not sure why others had problems? the cake was dense and delicious with just a hint of chocolate flavor. my ignorance of red velvet cakes may come into play here but i as well as those who shared this creation with me enjoyed this cake very much! my friends and employees like myself are not shy, they would have not hesitated to give a discerning review!! the icing is to die for although it is soft and not so easy for use in decorating unless maybe a small amount of confectioners sugar were to be added to stiffen it up but i wouldn't ruin the taste. one of the nice things with this icing is that it doe
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Jan. 31, 2009
EXCELLENT!! My family and neighbors loved it. moist, flavorful
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Reviewed: Jan. 28, 2009
Loved it! Love the white chocolate added to it instead of just the cream cheese frosting!
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Reviewed: Jan. 25, 2009
This is the best red velvet cake I haave ever made!! Everyone raved about the frosting. I have had several request for this cake since I first made it which was Thanksgiving and again at Christmas. At that time the cake didn't last through the night everybody kept going back for more. Thanks for a great recipe!!!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Jan. 10, 2009
I baked this cake for a birthday and it was dry and had the texture of a pound cake. I would not recommend this recipe as the cake is not moist. This was given a grade by some of the guest and they were not impressed with it.
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Reviewed: Jan. 10, 2009
If you are from south and expecting a red velvet cake like the kind your mama made, this ain't it. Too, too dry. Nice try though, still a tasty cake for those who don't know any better. Good Job!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Jan. 2, 2009
This cake was simply perfect though. Nice and moist and high. The frosting was the perfect compliment. I will be making this again.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2008
I was nervous to make this as I am not a cake baker, but I followed the advice of past reviews and did 5 eggs and 1 egg white, then 4 TBL cocoa powder instead of just 3. I baked it in 2 large 9" pans for 35 min. I also used the Cream Cheese Frosting II recipe which made a LOT of frosting. I decorated my cake with a cocoa powder snowflake and green and red M&M's around the edge. It looked and tasted SO good I could have danced in my kitchen!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.92 star rating.
Reviewed: Dec. 25, 2008
The cake was great. My first clue was a cup of butter for the icing. Will make the cake again,but will find different icing.
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