You'd be hard pressed to find something as gorgeous of a dessert as red velvet. The bright red hue (thanks to the food coloring and touch of cocoa in case you were wondering, "what is red velvet?") makes it instantly recognizable and perfect for any celebration, especially as a Valentine's Day dessert! Of course, it makes an excellent seasonal Christmas treat or as part of a red, white, and blue dessert spread for any and every American holiday, too! And there's so much to love beyond the pretty color—it has a light tangy flavor that's hard to beat. Best of all, it's an excuse to make cream cheese frosting.
And because of its irresistibility, red velvet recipes aren't just limited to the classic cake these days. You can make everything from cookies to candies to hot chocolate recipes that'll warm your heart and soul. There are also some fun Valentine's Day breakfast ideas like pancakes and protein shakes to start the day off with a little romance. But of course, if you prefer cake, don't you worry! We've include towering layered cake recipes, easy-to-make sheet cake recipes, and Bundt cake recipes that only need a glaze to decorate.
So grab that red food coloring, soften that cream cheese, and get ready to bake! Because no matter what you make, you'll surely love each and every bite.
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Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies
In between two chewy red velvet cookies dotted with white chocolate chunks, you'll find a creamy cream cheese frosting. Roll in white nonpareils for an extra treat, since we all know that sprinkles make everything better.
Get Ree's Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies recipe.
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Red Velvet Mug Cake
A single serving dessert made in less than ten minutes? Is it a miracle? Nope, it's Ree Drummond's genius mug cake recipe. Make it whenever you have a craving for something sweet.
Get Ree's Red Velvet Mug Cake recipe.
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Red Velvet Cookies
Double the chocolate... hold on, we mean triple the chocolate in your red velvet with these easy cookies! There's cocoa in the cookie batter and then both white and semisweet chocolate chips are folded in to the batter.
Get the Red Velvet Cookies recipe.
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Red Velvet Brownies
Extra fudgy brownies and cheesecake? Hello, best idea ever! Just look at that pretty swirl of pink!
Get the Red Velvet Brownies recipe.
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Red Velvet Sheet Cake
If you love the idea of red velvet cake but want to skip the whole layering thing, go for a sheet cake. It's just as tasty but much easier to assemble, cut, and serve to eat.
Get Ree's Red Velvet Sheet Cake recipe.
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Red Velvet Cake
Of course, if you do have the time to make a classic red velvet layer cake, go for it! Fill it with cream cheese frosting and decorate the sides with red crumbs, so everyone knows what's inside.
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Red Velvet Cake Roll
Top them with raspberries and powdered sugar or serve as is for a decadent treat everyone is sure to love.
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Crock-Pot Red Velvet Hot Chocolate
Made with both white and semisweet chocolate, this velvety, warm drink is just the sweet treat you need on a cold day. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles if you feel like celebrating being inside.
Get Crock-Pot Red Velvet Hot Chocolate recipe at The Salty Marshmallow.
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Red Velvet Cupcakes with Bourbon Vanilla Buttercream
Making cupcakes vegan is easier than it sounds! You simply have to swap out the buttermilk for a vegan option, and you'll never tell the difference in the end result! Topping it with a spiked buttercream makes it all the better.
Get the Red Velvet Cupcakes with Bourbon Vanilla Buttercream recipe at Orchids and Sweet Tea.
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Red Velvet Lava Cake
These red velvet lava cakes are a sweet dessert for you and a special someone to share together. Just look at that rich, molten center!
Get the Red Velvet Lava Cake recipe from Grandbaby Cakes.
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Red Velvet Ice Cream Sandwiches
We all scream for ice cream sandwiches any time of year, right? You can make the ice cream from scratch or just use store bought to speed up the process.
Get the Red Velvet Ice Cream Sandwiches recipe at Posh Little Designs.
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Red Velvet Pancakes
Red velvet doesn't just have to be for dessert. Make it for breakfast, too, with this from-scratch buttermilk pancake recipe. Top with whipped cream, berries, syrup, or all three if you want.
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Red Velvet Fudge
This fudge is super easy to make and melts in your mouth, two things that we love to hear! You start with a boxed cake mix, if you really want to know just how easy we mean.
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Red Velvet Cheesecake Ice Cream
Yes to all of this: red velvet, cream cheese, and ice cream―no churning required. It only takes four ingredients and a few minutes to assemble, too!
Get the Red Velvet Cheesecake Ice Cream recipe at The Domestic Rebel.
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Red Velvet Bundt Cake
Aren't Bundt cakes just the prettiest? They are instantly decorated thanks the shape of the pan, and they're easy to slice, too. This version is moist and tangy and made even more delicious with a cream cheese glaze.
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Red Velvet Hot Cocoa Bombs
These make tasty treats and adorable gift ideas if you want to share with someone you love. All you have to do is add them to steaming hot milk and voila! Bejeweled hot cocoa will be yours.
Get the Red Velvet Hot Cocoa Bombs recipe at Amanda's Cookin'.
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Red Velvet Kiss Cookies
If you want a fun spin on the classic peanut butter blossom, go red! The hint of cocoa in the batter will help enhance the chocolatey goodness of the candy on top.
Get the Red Velvet Kiss Cookies recipe at Dinner Then Dessert.
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Red Velvet Churros
Yes, churros can be even better. Make them red velvet and dip them in Nutella! They taste equally good dipped in cream cheese frosting, too. Make both for extra decadence.
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Red Velvet Sugar Cookies
Soft and chewy red velvet sugar cookies are good on their own. But if you roll them in sprinkles, they have an extra crunchy bite on the outside. Plus, they look pretty!
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Skinny Red Velvet Shake
If you're looking for something that looks and tastes decadent, but really isn't, try this shake! It has good-for-you ingredients like protein powder and almond milk, so you could have it for breakfast or dessert.
