Red Devil's Food Cake

Red Devil's Food Cake
130 min.
16
342kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a slice of Red Devil's Food Cake, a decadent dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. This rich and moist cake, with its deep red hue, is not just a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat for the palate. The combination of unsweetened baking chocolate and buttermilk creates a luscious flavor profile that is both chocolatey and tangy, making each bite a heavenly experience.

Perfect for celebrations or simply to satisfy your cravings, this cake serves 16 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, family gatherings, or potlucks. The creamy frosting, made with powdered sugar and butter, adds a smooth finish that complements the cake's rich texture. Whether you choose to layer it in round pans or bake it in a rectangular dish, the result is a stunning centerpiece that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

With a preparation time of just over two hours, this recipe is accessible for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. The process of mixing, baking, and frosting is straightforward, allowing you to focus on the joy of creating something delicious. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a cake that will leave a lasting impression on your friends and family!

Ingredients

  • 1.7 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup shortening 
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk 
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • oz baker's chocolate unsweetened cooled melted
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla 
  • tablespoons milk 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 8- or 9-inch round cake pans, or 13x9-inch pan. In large bowl, beat all cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  2. Pour into pans.
  3. Bake rounds 30 to 35 minutes, rectangle 35 to 40 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool rounds 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. In medium bowl, mix powdered sugar and butter with spoon or electric mixer on low speed. Stir in vanilla and enough milk until smooth and spreadable. Fill and frost round layers or frost top of rectangle with frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories342kcal
Protein3.76%
Fat34.72%
Carbs61.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.38
Glycemic Load
16.27
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9656521811595%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.28mg
Epicatechin
5.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:341.74kcal
17.09%
Fat:13.53g
20.82%
Saturated Fat:4.18g
26.09%
Carbohydrates:53.95g
17.98%
Net Carbohydrates:53.01g
19.27%
Sugar:42.46g
47.18%
Cholesterol:23.05mg
7.68%
Sodium:328.25mg
14.27%
Alcohol:0.22g
100%
Alcohol %:0.27%
100%
Protein:3.3g
6.6%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.33%
Selenium:7.53µg
10.76%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.35%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.17%
Iron:1.4mg
7.77%
Copper:0.15mg
7.46%
Folate:28.65µg
7.16%
Phosphorus:60.6mg
6.06%
Vitamin A:237.51IU
4.75%
Magnesium:18.31mg
4.58%
Calcium:43.34mg
4.33%
Vitamin B3:0.85mg
4.27%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.24%
Zinc:0.6mg
4%
Fiber:0.94g
3.76%
Vitamin K:3.88µg
3.69%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.93%
Vitamin D:0.41µg
2.75%
Potassium:95.5mg
2.73%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.7%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.41%