+12 Red Velvet Cake Not Red Ideas. Often served with stark white cream cheese frosting, the color of this cake is what hits you first. Add the eggs, beating them in one at a time, and then mix in the red food colouring and vanilla extract.
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The food coloring is what makes red velvet cake red. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegetable oil, and melted butter. In a medium bowl, sift the flour, salt, and baking soda together.