Red White and Blue Velvet Cake

Red, White, and Blue Velvet Cake, is a stunning confection that embodies the spirit of patriotism and indulgence. The perfect 4th of July dessert!

As the nation gears up to celebrate its independence, there’s no better way to honor the occasion than with this decadent dessert. Imagine layers of velvety red, snowy white, and vibrant blue, harmonizing together to create a masterpiece that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Crafted with precision and passion, each slice of Red, White, and Blue Velvet Cake is a celebration in itself, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. From the rich, cocoa-infused layers of red velvet to the creamy smoothness of vanilla cream cheese frosting, every bite is a journey through the colors and tastes of America.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, attending a festive gathering, or simply indulging in a moment of sweet bliss, Red, White, and Blue Velvet Cake is sure to be the star of the show. So, gather your loved ones, raise your forks high, and revel in the joy of freedom and unity with this patriotic dessert that’s as unforgettable as the nation itself.

4th of July Cake

If you want to try out some other patriotic cakes, check these out:

• Flag cake
• Patriotic Poke Cake

4th of July Dessert

For more fun 4th of July Dessert ideas, check these out:

• No Bake Mixed Berry Trifle
• Red White and Blue Strawberry Pie
• 4th of July Popsicles

Print Recipe

Red White and Blue Velvet Cake

Moist, tender, delicious cake to celebrate the 4th of July with flavor and fun!

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time40 minutes mins

Idle Time45 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr 45 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 4th of July, bundt cake, gluten free red velvet cookies, independence day, Red white and blue velvet cake

Servings: 1 3 layer cake

Ingredients

White Velvet Layer

• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ⅛ cup warm water
• 1 ½ teaspoons white vinegar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract
• 1 ¼ cup all purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder

Red Velvet Layer

• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ⅛ cup warm water
• 1 ½ teaspoons white vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract
• 1 ¼ cup all purpose flour
• 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• Red food dye

Blue Velvet Layer

• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ⅛ cup warm water
• 1 ½ teaspoons white vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract
• 1 ¼ cup all purpose flour
• 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• Blue food dye
• Cream cheese Frosting

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. Coat 3, 8-inch round pans with nonstick spray.
• Grab 3 separate bowls to make all three layers at the same time.
• Add the butter and salt to each bowl and beat together with a hand mixer.
• Then add white sugar to each bowl and beat until creamy.
• Now add the respective amounts of all the wet ingredients of egg, milk, vegetable oil, warm water, white vinegar and extracts to the bowls. Once again use the hand mixer to combine everything.
• In the white velvet bowl first add the flour, baking soda and baking powder, then mix until the batter is smooth to complete that layer.
• Then add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and powder to the red and blue velvet bowls, mixing with the hand mixer until the batters are smooth.
• Add 3-4 drops of red food dye to the red velvet bowl and 3-4 drops of blue dye to the blue velvet bowl. Use a rubber spatula to mix in the colors in each and finish off those batter layers.
• Pour the batters into each of the 3 round pans sprayed with nonstick spray earlier.
• Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick is inserted and comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.
• Place the bottom layer as the blue velvet. Add frosting to that layer, place the white layer next, frosting again, and then the red on top, frosting everything. Sprinkle with red, white and or blue sprinkles if desired.