Reviewed: May 9, 2010

I did follow this recipe exactly the first time I made it. I would not make this recipe again, if it weren't for the significant modifications I have made....which make an outstanding red velvet cupcake, if I do say so myself! In critique of the original recipe, the cake is very dry and bland. The only saving grace is the frosting. However, I have become well known for my modified recipe. I've tweaked the cake portion of this recipe, and in my opinion it is now PERFECT. I decreased the flour, increased sugar and vanilla. I also use buttermilk (or milk plus 1 Tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar) to increase the moisture. These changes make it less dry and more flavorful. You can view my exact modified recipe, along with pictures, here http://www.carrottopmom.com/?p=290

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The-Baby-Bow-Lady

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Feb. 10, 2011

This recipe has singlehandedly and immediately changed my opinion of Red Velvet Cake. I’ve only tasted it or made it myself on one other occasion, a recipe from this site. Looking back at that recipe that I rated four stars, in my mind I overrated it. I didn’t find anything memorable about it and wondered why Red Velvet Cake was so popular – it wasn’t much on flavor, frankly. A friend even suggested that the Duncan Hines Red Velvet cake mix was infinitely better than any scratch Red Velvet Cake she’d ever made – but I’ll bet she never tried this one! This is moist, fluffy, pleasantly sweet and chocolaty – the other is mediocre by comparison. Bonus that a very good cream cheese frosting recipe is included.

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naples34102

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Living In: Mequon, Wisconsin, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2009

FABULOUS!!! Fast and super-duper easy. I'm eleven and I made these and they tasted FANTASTIC! Got compliments all day.

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beth

Reviewed: Dec. 12, 2009

YUM! this was soo easy to make, especially a recipe from scratch! I didn't change a thing except I used reduced fat milk instead of full fat. It was still delicious... the cream cheese frosting was phenomenal! To make it easier to decorate your cupcakes, scoop the cream cheese frosting in a ziploc bag (fill it up halfway but not all the way) and cut a small hole on the corner of the bag.

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Angela

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Dec. 15, 2009

This is by far the best redvelvet recipe I have ever come across!! I think its the sour cream that makes it. I made these for a baby shower and everyone asked where I bought them. When I told them that I made them they all wanted the recipe. These have become a family favorite that I will continue making over the years.

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Jenny

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Nov. 24, 2009

These were great! Didnt change a thing. I would make these again. The recipe yielded more than 30 perfect sized cup cakes.

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deedee

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: San Fernando, California, USA

Living In: Granada Hills, California, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 11, 2010

I have been searching high and low for the perfect recipe and this is it. The first time I made it I used 1/2c cocoa and the flavor was to chocolately but 1/4c was perfect. Baked it in three 8inch pans, sliced and iced each layer for a more dramatic presentation. Double the frosting to achieve this.

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Brneyegrl

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Columbia, South Carolina, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2010

Made these for a holiday party and they were a hit! Very moist and fancy looking. Followed the recipe exactly (I was worried about the amount of red food coloring, but it was fine). I will definitely make them again.

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kristin amber

Reviewed: Dec. 8, 2009

These are the best cupcakes I've ever made! They are extremely rich in flavor and so moist. They taste like they came from a fancy bakery. The recipe is so easy and people will be very impressed and go nuts for them. I wouldn't change a thing!

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Squarah

Reviewed: Nov. 6, 2011

5 stars WITH MODIFICATIONS. I followed others reviews and made the following modifications. 2 1/4 cup CAKE FLOUR - 1 cup buttermilk - 2 & 1/2 tsp vanillia - 2 1/4 cup sugar - With these alterations this makes an AWESOME red velvet cupcake. My mom (who is an amazing baker) and aunt told me these were the BESTred velvet cupcakes they had ever eaten & wanted the recipe. The frosting is the best creamcheese frosting I have ever had! I will now be using this anytime I need a cream cheese frosting. I was asked for this recipe also.

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