Easy Red Velvet Cake

Gluten Free
Easy Red Velvet Cake
110 min.
12
184kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking for a show-stopping dessert that combines rich flavor with a stunning appearance, look no further than this Easy Red Velvet Cake! Perfect for any occasion, this gluten-free delight is sure to impress your family and friends. With its vibrant red hue and velvety texture, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds.

What makes this recipe so special is its simplicity. Using a box of Betty Delights Super German Chocolate Cake Mix as a base, you can whip up this delicious cake in just 110 minutes. The addition of buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs creates a moist and tender crumb, while the red food coloring gives it that iconic look. Topped with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream frosting, each slice is a heavenly experience that balances sweetness with a hint of tanginess.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a dinner party, or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this Easy Red Velvet Cake is the perfect choice. With 12 servings and only 184 calories per slice, you can enjoy this delightful dessert without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a cake that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • box german chocolate 
  • cup buttermilk 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • oz food coloring red
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • teaspoons milk 
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan or two 9-inch round cake pans and lightly flour, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  3. Pour into pan(s).
  4. Bake as directed on box. Cool rounds 10 minutes; remove from pans. Cool completely.
  5. In chilled large bowl, mix cream cheese and milk until smooth. Beat in whipping cream and powered sugar with electric mixer on high speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until soft peaks form. Frost top of 13x9-inch cake or fill and frost cake layers. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories184kcal
Protein7.1%
Fat76.53%
Carbs16.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0.39
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.6934782603513%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.54mg
Epicatechin
1.64mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:184.2kcal
9.21%
Fat:16.06g
24.7%
Saturated Fat:8.9g
55.6%
Carbohydrates:7.73g
2.58%
Net Carbohydrates:7.42g
2.7%
Sugar:7.05g
7.83%
Cholesterol:81.61mg
27.2%
Sodium:60.08mg
2.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.35g
6.71%
Vitamin A:594.53IU
11.89%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.15%
Selenium:5.58µg
7.97%
Phosphorus:68.05mg
6.8%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.43%
Calcium:55.52mg
5.55%
Vitamin K:4.51µg
4.29%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.21%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.96%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.53%
Potassium:90.7mg
2.59%
Magnesium:10.09mg
2.52%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.49%
Copper:0.05mg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.02%
Folate:8.05µg
2.01%
Iron:0.36mg
1.99%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.85%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.46%
Fiber:0.31g
1.23%