Red Velvet Pound Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Cuisine: American

Red Velvet Pound Cake is a moist, rich dessert featuring classic red velvet flavors with a dense, buttery texture. Perfect for celebrations or a special treat, its vibrant color and smooth sweetness appeal to both kids and adults alike, making it a standout centerpiece for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups plain flour
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups Crisco
  • 7 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 bottle red food coloring

Instructions

  1. Cream Crisco and sugar; add eggs, one at a time.
  2. Sift flour and salt, then add to creamed mixture along with milk.
  3. Add vanilla and red food coloring.
  4. Bake at 325°F for 1 1/2 hours or until well done.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

392 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 4.7g 6% DV
Carbs 66.9g 24% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 14.7g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9844.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 326mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 178mg 14% DV
Iron 3.4mg 19% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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