It’s almost impossible to walk into a bakery and not see red velvet cake on the menu. Over the years, this uniquely colored, decadent cake has become a popular flavor for Valentine’s Day, birthday parties and even weddings.
This red phenomenon has been around for a very long time but what is red velvet cake? And why is it so beloved?
What is Red Velvet Cake?
The answer is quite simple. It is a classic chocolate buttermilk cake with a distinctive red hue. Like most dishes, the ingredients for this cake have changed and developed over time.
Traditionally, red velvet cake is made of classic pantry staples such as buttermilk, eggs, cocoa powder, vinegar, flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. A French-style butter roux icing classically covered this red delight but nowadays, most people use cream cheese frosting or buttercream as a substitution.
